If having wisdom teeth removed in 2 separate appointments, how long should the patient wait for 1st side to heal before having other side done?

Depends: It would depend on how impacted the teeth are, if there is damage to bone in the process of removing teeth. You will know when the site as healed as it will not be sore. All four can be removed in one session. Consult with your dentist. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Timing: That's a decision to be made with your treating General Dentist or specialist Oral Surgeon. Only your treating surgeon knows the complexity of your surgery, and can therefore best advise you.