How long after wisdom teeth removal you can eat varies from person to person. It’s recommended to stick to a soft food diet for the first few days and gradually advance to solid foods as tolerated and as advised by your dentist.
It's also important to avoid hot foods and drinks until normal feeling returns to your mouth. Brush your teeth gently and be careful around the area where the tooth was removed. In the first few days, cleaning the tooth extraction site may be limited to a saltwater rinse or an antiseptic mouthwash recommended by your dentist.
Putting a cold compress or ice pack on the cheek near the extraction site for about 20 minutes several times a day can help reduce swelling and discomfort. Wrap the ice pack in a thin cloth to protect your skin.