The hard and soft palates form the roof of the mouth. On the anterior end of the mouth, the hard palate is formed by the inferior surface of the maxillae and palatine bones. These bones are covered with a thin layer of connective tissues and mucous membranes, which form small wrinkles.
The wax is opaque and unscented/unflavored. Remember to remove the wax before you brush your teeth. Non-toxic if swallowed. When you first get braces, or if you have a lot of hardware in your mouth, dental wax can be a Godsend. Just smoosh some onto the bracket that is causing irritation, and it forms a barrier between your bracket and your gums. The wax we carry is high quality and made right here in the USA.
Read on to learn more about braces. After getting fitted with braces, the teeth are aligned using an archwire. This wire has a tension that is applied on all the teeth by the brackets. Due to the tension in the wire, the teeth move and align themselves. Braces hurt due to this movement. Wondering how long do braces hurt? Read on to know more. How Long Do Braces Hurt When You First Get Them? Many people wonder if braces hurt after they are fitted on.