What should a person do to ease pain/discomfort after having wisdom teeth out?

Hi, I actually had one of my wisdom teeth taken out yesterday and since the anesthetic has worn off I have been eating normally except being careful not to bite on that side. The information I was given after it was removed is that you shouldn't have anything too hot or too cold so not sure if ice cream is a good idea. Also, it says to rinse the mouth with salt water after 24 hours of extraction. It also advised to take painkillers if it causes any pain and the best time to take them is within the first hour of extraction, which i actually did and i have to say i havent experienced any major pain. Just a small amount of swelling.

Anyway good luck to your boyfriend, let him know it doesn't hurt at all whilst its being removed which is what i was most afraid about!

You're on the right track with his foods...if he doesn't like/need a lot of sugar, try some low-fat plain vanilla yogurt. Also Del Monte fruit chillers is a good idea, they are soft and will help ease the pain on his gums. I hope this helps!