If it's any consolation to you guys about to have your wisdom teeth out, my son had his removed last month and he had no problems, no swelling and never needed any of his prescription pain meds. Just do everything the dentist tells you.
I bought lots of pudding, jello, ice cream, and applesauce ahead of time but there were lots of excuses to get Rita's Italian ice those first few days. If Rita's had been closer to our house, life would have been perfect!
Good luck!!