Questions Asked During Pre-Op screening

Helping Teens Prepare for Surgery

Questions Asked During Pre-Op screening

Here are the questions your parents may need to answer and questions you will be asked privately.

• Do you have any allergies?
• Do you have any loose/capped teeth?
• Are you wearing any type of oral appliances such as braces, retainer, or mouth piercing?
• Are you wearing any nail polish?
• Do you wear glasses or contacts?
• Are you wearing any jewelry?
• Did you bring any personal belongings you want with you during surgery?

Private Questions

• Have you started menstruation? If yes, when was your last menstrual period?
• Do you smoke?
• Do you use drugs?
• Do you have any tattoos?
• Do you have any body piercing? (Generally, these will need to be removed before surgery.)