If you run out of dental wax, you can buy more at a pharmacy. You can use an interdental stick or floss to remove it, but take care not to damage your braces or gums. As far as how long dental wax should stay in place, you can wear it overnight and replace the wax as needed, though you should replace it every two days.
What can I use if I don't have orthodontic wax?
Although your orthodontist is likely to have told you never to eat chewing gum with your braces in, gum can be a useful emergency alternative to wax. It's best to use sticks of gum, which are easier to mould than gums with a hard coating.2015-10-26
Is dental wax the same as candle wax?
What Exactly is Dental Wax? The wax we provide is quite different from the kind you'll find in candles or those used for spa treatments. Dental wax is usually made of natural materials, such as carnauba wax, beeswax, or paraffin wax, which are mixed with modifiers to make it more durable and easily pliable.2020-07-08
How can I stop my braces from rubbing without wax?
Lip protectors for braces are a great way to shield your lips and gums from the discomfort of metal brackets. A lip protector is a flexible clear bumper that covers the front of your brackets from one end of your mouth to the other.2019-07-30
What kind of wax can I put on a broken tooth?
Chipped or Broken Teeth Then, cover sharp edges with paraffin wax. The wax will prevent your broken tooth from tearing the sensitive skin inside your mouth, thus preventing potential irritation or infections. You can replace the paraffin wax as often as needed until you can finally get to your dentist's office.2017-04-26