Is it safe to use orthodontic relief wax on your braces at night?

Yes, but a little: The relief wax should be pressed around the brackets(braces) firmly, to prevent dislodging the wax. If you do that, the wax should last the night without any problem.

Wax is safe: Orthodontic relief wax contains no hazardous ingredients as defined by osha. It's physical state is solid at 77 degrees f, and melts at 175 degrees f. Accidental swallowing of wax during sleep should not cause any problems, however, it is not meant to be ingested in large quantities, which may cause G.I.Irritation, nausea, and diarrhea.

Yes: But in mederation (pea size) and in time you want to get used to your braces, so do not become dependant on the wax.

Yes: I have my patients add a little extra wax on the side they sleep on to reduce the pressure from a night's sleep on the inside of the cheek..

Get used to it: Wax is for the first week or so. It is a very inefficient way of protecting, as it dislodges quickly. The best remedy is to get used to the irritation, and let the oral tissues get used to the irritation. It becomes accommodated or calloused very quickly. But yes, it is safe to use at night, as it poses no threat if a small amount is ingested.

Safe: Even if swallowed it "works out all right in the end." use pea-sized portion of wax, dry area where wax is to be applied, tuck the wax in around the brace. Take 1 200mg advil (ibuprofen) 4x/day w liquids or food. Rinse w salt water. Apply orabase-b w q-tip to irritated area. At your next appointment ask your orthodontic specialist if the "sticker" can be smoothed.