Can I eat food after the wisdom teeth surgery?

You will likely be told to consume only soft foods or liquids for a minimum of 24 hours after tooth extraction. You should avoid consuming hot drinks and alcoholic beverages for the first 24 hours as well. In the following days, it’s best to consume easy-to-chew, soft and cool foods. Solid food is usually okay after a few days, but steer clear from chewy, crumbly or hard foods such as popcorn, chips or nuts for at least a week or so.