Most patients adapt completely to their new lingual appliances within 1 to 2 weeks. Applying small amounts of protective orthodontic wax to the brackets during the first few days can help soothe your tongue as it gets accustomed to the hardware.
Skip to content Most patients adapt completely to their new lingual appliances within 1 to 2 weeks. Applying small amounts of protective orthodontic wax to the brackets during the first few days can help soothe your tongue as it gets accustomed to the hardware.