1. Take 800 mg ibuprofen before you go, but tell the dentist you did that.
2. Don't fear the sleepy... it's the best way for both you and the dentist.
3. You shouldn't be sore when you wake up, you shouldn't feel any soreness till later in the day.
4. Take whatever pain meds the dentist gives you, if you don't like them, keep taking ibuprofen.
5. EAT SOFT FOODS AND DO NOT SMOKE
6. Call the doctor right away if you have pain lingering after three days, usually that means there is a problem, and it's best to catch them soon.

Listen to me. I have dental training.