This Information is for Dental Appointments where you will receive Intravenous Sedation from Medical Anaesthetist – Dr Ross Foreman.
โข No food 6 hours prior to your appointment
โข No fluids 2 hours prior to your appointment other than Water of clear apple juice only. (No milks, or shakes).
โข Bring ALL medications that you regularly take (other than those prescribed by your Dentist) or a comprehensive list of medications
โข Take your usual medications at least 2 hours prior to the appointment unless you are instructed otherwise
โข You MUST be accompanied by a responsible person who will take you home and monitor you for the following 24 hours. You MUST provide the contact details and name of the person.
โข Do not drink alcohol or use illicit or recreational drugs on the day of your appointment
โข Wear loose fitting clothes, and do not wear jewellery. Remove contact lenses
โข Let the Dentist know if you are feeling unwell on the day of your appointment
At the completion of your appointment we will provide you with Written Instructions to assist your quick recovery.
Ibuprofen 400mg to take 6-8 hourly
AND/OR
Paracetamol 500mg to take 2 tabs, 4-6 hourly
AND
Prescriptions for Stronger Pain Relief, Antibiotics and Anti-inflammatory Medication.
After the Appointment:
Payment for Dr Ross Foreman – Medical Anaesthetist is to be made on the day via credit card and is dependent on the amount of time Dr Foreman is present. If you need to make alternative arrangements you should do so at least 24 hours prior to the appointment. You should also note that Dr Foreman has a strict no-show policy, and if you do not attend the appointment you will incur fees of up to the equivalent of the appointment.
Your pre-appointment Medical Consult with Dr Ross Foreman will be scheduled to commence 20 minutes prior to your appointment start time. Please note that billing time will only commence from the time of the dental appointment.
If you have any questions about your appointment you should contact our practice immediately.
Please note that we DO NOT provide General Anesthetics at Brisbane Smiles. At times there may arise situations where it is not possible to safely provide you with the level of sedation required to complete your dental treatment that you are booked in for.ย We do not compromise on patient safety. Should this occur we will alter the appointment and make alternative arrangements.
Brisbane Smiles
Level One, 31 Sherwood Road Toowong, Brisbane
Phone (07) 3870 3333
Appointment Booking Conditions:
Appointments will be confirmed by Brisbane Smiles on the following business day.
Please call Brisbane Smiles on 38703333 if you miss the confirmation call or text.
Appointment Changes allowed up to 48 hours prior or a fee will be charged.
If you display any symptoms or increased risk of exposure to Covid-19 please call on 38703333.
Brisbane Smiles will prioritise your emergency needs. If after hours please schedule the next suitable time and call 38703333 for additional appointment times.