Español Pre-Operative Instructions: Jaw Surgery BACK Patients undergoing surgical procedures on only one jaw usually go home the same day. Patients having surgery on both jaws will generally stay overnight. It is very important to discontinue any medications that are blood thinners or that may increase your tendency to bleed. Please stop taking the following medications at least 2 weeks before surgery: Aspirin Any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) – e.g., Advil®, Aleve®, Motrin®, Naprosyn®, or arthritis-type medications. Coumadin®/warfarin (Notify us if you are taking this medication) Plavix®/clopidogrel (Notify us if you are taking this medication) Certain herbal supplements Phentermine (must stop this medication 2 weeks before surgery) You may take Tylenol®/acetaminophen for minor pain or headaches before surgery. Tylenol® is not a blood thinner. If you get sick with a cold, flu, infection, or illness of any kind within 2 weeks of your surgery date, please contact the office. Please make sure we know you are a smoker. It is extremely important for you to stop smoking at least 2 months before surgery. You will not be able to smoke after surgery! Arrive at the hospital 2 hours prior to your surgery time. Nothing to eat or drink 8 hours prior to surgery time. We are excited that you have chosen us for your orthognathic surgery. We look forward to providing you with an excellent outcome. Questions? We Are Here To Help Please contact our office if you have any questions or issues with these instructions. Contact Us PDF Version Download Instructions Take the instructions on the go. Download in PDF format. Download Your care is our top priority. Fresno Office 1903 E Fir Ave, Ste 101 Fresno, CA 93720 (559) 226-2722 fresno@fresnooralsurgery.com Send a Message Clovis Office 2026 Shaw Ave, Ste 101 Clovis, CA 93611 (559) 472-4050 clovis@fresnooralsurgery.com Send a Message Reedley Office 1140 F St Reedley, CA 93654 (559) 480-3002 reedley@fresnooralsurgery.com Send a Message Madera Office 515 N I St Madera, CA 93637 (559) 673-8337 madera@fresnooralsurgery.com Send a Message Hours Mon–Thur: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Fri: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM Contact Us fresno@fresnooralsurgery.com (559) 226-2722 Accessibility Statement HIPAA Policy Privacy Policy Terms of Use © 2021 Fresno Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implant Center. All rights reserved.