High pull headgear use
High-pull headgear is an orthodontic appliance that directs upward and backward force to guide selected teeth and jaw growth.
The short answer
High-pull headgear applies an upward and backward force to guide upper-jaw and molar growth in selected orthodontic plans.
What is a high-pull headgear appliance made of?
High-pull headgear is an extraoral orthodontic appliance with a facebow connected to a strap over the head. The force direction and schedule depend on the growth pattern and bite.
How does the facebow transfer force to the teeth?
The facebow transfers force to molar tubes or an orthodontic appliance. Wear it only as prescribed, keep it clean, and never alter strap tension yourself.
When does headgear damage or discomfort need review?
Arrange an orthodontic review for persistent pain, cheek injury, loose bands, broken parts, or a sudden bite change.
What should you ask about wearing high-pull headgear?
Ask which teeth are being guided, how daily wear will be measured, and what to do if the appliance breaks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main thing to check?
The clinician should identify the tissue, tooth, appliance, or product involved before recommending treatment.
When should I arrange an appointment?
Arrange one for persistent, worsening, or unexplained symptoms, and seek urgent help for breathing or swallowing difficulty.
Who wrote this page
This library is published by Dental Nation, a licensed dental group practising in the United Arab Emirates. Pages are written and overseen by the same clinical team that treats patients in our clinics, and are held to a fixed editorial standard for safety and accuracy.
This page is patient education, not medical advice, and cannot replace an examination. Anything urgent — facial swelling, trauma, uncontrolled bleeding or severe pain — needs a dentist or emergency care now.