Recovering from a wisdom teeth removal often takes around a week, but it can take up to two weeks for some patients. The later in life you get your wisdom teeth removed, the more complicated the procedure and the longer it might take to recover fully.
In the first 24 hours following surgery, a blood clot will form over the extraction site. Over the next two to three days, the swelling in your cheeks and mouth will decrease. The oral stitches should completely disintegrate after about seven days, and your jaw will feel less stiff and sore by the tenth day. By the two-week mark, your face should be completely free of any minor bruises.