Orthodontic wax is used to cover loose or broken parts of your braces, hooks, newly placed braces, and other orthodontic appliances that may cause soft tissue irritation or sore spots. To use your wax, take a small piece about the size of a pea. Shape it into a ball with your fingers and apply the wax directly to the part of the braces causing the sore spot. Press it around the part and smooth it with your fingers. Please continue to brush even while using wax. Wax is harmless and can be applied to your braces as often as is needed. If you swallow wax it will not harm you!
NOTE: If you happen to run out of wax, sugar free gum can serve as a good alternative.