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Would wax used on braces be swallowed?
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Brace wax: It could be but it shouldn't cause any problems in small amounts.
Answered 9/6/2013
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Not a problem: The wax used to cover over braces to reduce irritation is similar to the wax used to help mold chocolate. Any that is swallowed "works out all right in the end.".
Answered 9/26/2017
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