The wax is ok, but I just left it off and let my lips get some tough scar tissue. After a month, the bleeding stopped. If its one of the wires that is poking you, tell your dentist next time - the ends are supposed to be bent in and out of the way anyway.
Avoid eating peanuts, those can just take your braces right off if they get wedged in, they are stronger than the glue.
Hydrogen peroxide is unnecessary, but make sure you do your twice daily brushings and youll be fine.
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