Yes, it probably is possible. But I wouldn’t do it. There is so high of a risk of doing it wrong and damaging your joints that it just won’t be worth it. This is exactly the sort of thing that ruins your life. If you want it fixed, you have to go to an orthodontist.

But again, yes, with extended wear, it is probably possible. It just isn’t smart.

I appreciate your answers!

I do not think that I will do it anyway, - but I like to work with the idea of how it could work.
Is quite interesting to see which method which could potential be considers in my case.

Would you suggest a cervical headgear instead? How much force would you apply?
What would be the ideal wear time?

Any other appliances that may be of potential?

All suggestions are welcome :-)

I appreciate your answers!

I do not think that I will do it anyway, - but I like to work with the idea of how it could work.
Is quite interesting to see which method which could potential be considers in my case.

As an adult, the possibilities of correction a deep bite with removables are very limited.
Theoretically, a classic activator could be used, but it would have to be constantly adjusted. the wearing time would then have to be 16 hours or more per day. this could cause the posterior teeth to elongate. But there is only little chance that it would work.

Would you suggest a cervical headgear instead? How much force would you apply?
What would be the ideal wear time?

A cervical headgear would work better. It can extrude the molars if it is inserted directly into metal bands. Use max. 200 grams of force. However, fixed braces would then also have to be inserted.
Other modern methods are, for example, appliances that are anchored to mini-pins in the bone in the upper jaw. These can extrude the posterior teeth and intrude the anterior teeth. However, this is definitely not something you should do yourself with a battery-operated screwdriver. 


Greets, Stefan.

The force of 200g is only indicated if the entire dental arch is fitted with brackets. Then you can extrude with 100g per side. This is already too much for a single tooth. Extrusion increases the risk of nerve damage to the affected tooth. I personally consider the headgear to be unsuitable for self-experimentation.

For all tooth movements: The longer the wearing time per day, the better. Studies show that tooth movement can occur from as little as 8 hours a day. In adulthood, it has to be a little longer because there is no more bone growth. The maximum movement of a tooth through the bone is determined by the turn-over rate of the osteoclasts and is approx. 1.8 mm per month. Higher forces generally lead to damage to the tooth roots.

Greets, Stefan