Following your procedure, you’ll be given time to recover from the sedation. Recovery time will vary from patient to patient, but you’ll usually be awake enough to go home within an hour. You will not be permitted to drive for the rest of the day, so be sure you’ve planned for a ride. In addition, you should also not return to work, sign any important documents, or perform strenuous activities for the remainder of the day. Most patients will be able to return to normal eating and drinking habits after their discharge. Your doctor will give you more specific instructions about activity, eating, and medications before leaving our office.