Schedule other exams and procedures

Schedule a dental exam within 6 months prior to joint replacement surgery.

• Good dental health is very important prior to surgery
• If you do not have dental insurance or if you have financial concerns regarding dental care, please contact the orthopaedic clinic

Schedule any invasive procedures at least two weeks prior to joint replacement surgery.

• These include other surgeries and colonoscopies

Flu or pneumonia vaccines 

• Should be given at least two weeks prior to surgery