How soon after you get your wisdom teeth out can you eat?

After novacaine off: It is recommended that you eat after the anesthesia wears off so that you wont bite your tongue & cheek or have trouble swallowing. Roughly 2 hours after surger should be ok. Soft and cool food is suggested and high protein food is preferred.

A few hours: Once the anesthesia wears off you can start eating softer foods such as eggs, pasta, rice, etc.. Avoid hard foods, spicy foods and soda for a few days. Avoid alcohol for about 7-10 days. Most people can return to a normal diet after about 5-7 days.