Patient Information

Surgery at Quay Park Surgical Centre (QPSC)

If you are having a general anaesthetic or intravenous sedation you must not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for six hours prior to your surgery... More»»

Surgery at Ormiston Hospital

Ormiston Hospital is a purpose-built private surgical hospital situated at Botany Junction in Manukau. It opened in June 2009 and has 6 operating theatres and a ward for overnight stay if required... More»»

Surgery with Intravenous Sedation

Intravenous sedation will help to relax you during your surgery. It does not put you to sleep or result in loss of consciousness.... More»»

Surgery with Local Anaesthetic

Your mouth will be numb for several hours after. You should avoid hot food and drinks at this time, and take care to avoid biting a numb lip and tongue.... More»»

Biopsy Surgery

Your mouth will be numb for several hours after. You should avoid hot food and drinks at this time, and take care to avoid biting a numb lip and tongue.... More»»

Warfarin and Surgery

Warfarin is an anticoagulant medicine (blood thinner) which works by reducing the clotting ability of the blood.... More»»

TMJ Bite Splints

A bite splint is a hard plastic wafer designed to fit over the upper teeth. It has metal clasps that attach to your teeth and help it stay in place.... More»»

Use of Irrigation Syringes

Following tooth removal, it will usually take 4-6 weeks for the gum to heal completely. Until then, food-trapping in the open tooth socket(s) is common.... More»»