# Patient Instructions

> Fatemi Family Dentistry · https://fatemifamilydentistry.com/patient-instructions/
> Updated 2026-08-29
> Before-and-after care instructions for sedation appointments, extractions, implants and other treatment at our Gaithersburg and Lexington Park, MD offices.

Patient Care

# Patient Instructions

Everything you need before and after your visit, in one place.

## Before & after your visit

Reading these ahead of time helps everything go smoothly. Your dentist’s specific instructions always take priority — call us with any questions.

### [IV Sedation Instructions →](https://fatemifamilydentistry.com/sedation-instructions-form/)

How to prepare for true IV sedation, including fasting guidance and arranging a driver, plus what to expect afterward.

### [Aftercare Instructions →](https://fatemifamilydentistry.com/aftercare-instructions-form/)

Simple steps to heal comfortably after fillings, extractions, and other treatments.

### New patient? Complete your forms online

Registration and consent forms are handled securely on our patient site: [fatemidentist.com →](https://fatemidentist.com/)

## Practice locations

- **Gaithersburg** — 604 S Frederick Ave #209, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 · (301) 740-2686
- **Lexington Park** — 22684 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653 · (301) 737-4747