Even though Aligners are usually more comfortable to wear, you can sometimes still experience some discomfort from the Aligners, buttons...

Orthodontic wax

Even though Aligners are usually more comfortable to wear, you can sometimes still experience some discomfort from the Aligners, buttons or attachments your orthodontist might have adhered to your teeth to help straighten your smile. Orthodontic wax helps to reduce and prevent irritation in your gums, tongue and lips by applying orthodontic wax along the gum line where the aligner edges are impinging. A small strip of wax pushes up flat against the gums to prevent the aligners from rubbing and irritation. Put a small wad of the wax between your aligners and your teeth in any areas that feel particularly sore. The wax will help cushion your teeth as you get used to your aligners. If the pain doesn’t gradually dissipate after a few days of wearing your new aligners, contact to aligners provider immediately.