FACEPULLER MEGATHREAD

Important Note: This guide is in its initial phase. As I delve deeper into this subject and also get practical experience, I'll be making updates for improved clarity and accuracy.
So firstly you need an appliance for your mouth. Without that headgears are useless. Some people use their braces or removable appliances and connect it to a headgear but they all pull on teeth. Here is a guide on how to create an appliance, which doesn't pull on teeth.

Now for headgear you have multiple different options (sorted from best to worst):
  1. Custom designed Headgear
  • Price: ~100$
  • pros: connects to chest, forehead and chin, cheap
  • cons: hard to make, wearing comfort?
  • Link to Guide
  1. Sandra Kahn BOW
  • Price: 250$
  • pros: it's possible to move the head freely, it will stay still on your head
  • cons: designed for young children, doesnt pull really hard?, expensive
  • Link
  1. Crane headgear
  • Price: ~500$ (hard to get)
  • pros: connects to neck (better than forehead + chin)
  • cons: can cause neck pain, only connects to neck, may not pull upwards but more forwards, hard to buy, expensive
  • Link
  1. Reverse Pull Headgear
  • Price: 20$
  • pros: easy to wear, easy to buy, cheap
  • cons: pushes mandible backwards (can cause more recession)
  • Link
How long and how much should you wear it?

This part is much debated and not much info is available. However I found a few sources and will add my experiences later on as I try it.

  • most of the time 5-10mm should be plenty of enough. Too little should be no problem but if you do more than 5mm you could potentially create an orthodontically unfixable overbite if you don't know what you're doing. So be careful. (source: me)
  • the more you wear the facepuller, the more you could potentially get forward growth. For example 24h is better than 16h. Less than 16h will most likely only create negligible results if you're over 16. However some people also recommend 16h over 24h reasoning that your bones need to relax and readjust. (source: me)
  • always go with steps. For example do 5mm first. Then see how your mandible fits in. If you feel your mandible could still go more forward and you can easily create a class 3 bite then continue with a few more mm and so on. Always proceed with caution if you want to prevent surgery (source: me)
  • the younger you are the more successful of an result you could expect. If you are younger than 14yo you can easily get 15mm forward growth. 14-18yo still possible. 18-25 is also still possible but it will take longer. After 25 is also still possible but will take even longer. The older you get, the more time you will need to get forward growth with a facepuller. (source: me)
  • also add good posture, chin tucks and mewing (if possible with facepuller) for best results (source: me)
  • don't do more force than 2kg. It can ruin your face. Choose a force between 0.5-2kg. You can measure it with a newton metre. (source: me)
  • 1.5mm advancement from 4 months with 0.5kg (source: unknown)
  • 6mm advancement from 4 months with 2kg (source: unknown)
  • "Just read that when you are 9yo facepull givr you like 0,25mm of forward growth per month. Maybe its like 0,10-0,05 per month if you are 18 and more" (source: looksmax.org)(I think this one was with 0.5kg force)
Supplements you can take to supplement forward bone growth

This list was generated with ChatGPT and needs some improvements and more human information. Will update soon

  1. Calcium: This is a primary mineral found in bones. Adequate calcium intake is crucial for maintaining bone density and strength. Natural sources include dairy products, green leafy vegetables, fortified foods, and fish with soft, edible bones like sardines.
  2. Vitamin D: Helps the body absorb calcium. It can be synthesized by the skin from sunlight or taken in through foods like fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified dairy products. There are also vitamin D supplements available.
  3. Magnesium: Important for bone structure and strength. Natural sources include nuts, seeds, whole grains, and green leafy vegetables.
  4. Vitamin K: Plays a role in bone mineralization. There are two primary types: K1 (found in green leafy vegetables) and K2 (found in fermented foods and certain animal products).
  5. Phosphorus: Works with calcium to build strong bones and teeth. It's found naturally in many foods, including dairy products, meat, and whole grains.
  6. Zinc: Has been shown to stimulate bone formation and inhibit bone resorption. Food sources include beef, pork, lamb, and legumes.
  7. Strontium: Some studies suggest it can help increase bone density and decrease the risk of fractures, though there's ongoing debate about its safety and efficacy.
  8. Boron: It influences the balance between calcium and magnesium, and it also supports the body's use of vitamin D and estrogen.
  9. Omega-3 Fatty Acids: These are primarily known for their anti-inflammatory properties but may also have a positive impact on bone health.
  10. Collagen: The primary protein in bones. Collagen supplements, often derived from fish or bovine sources, might help improve bone density.
  11. Silicon: Present in small amounts in bones and may play a role in bone formation. It's found in foods like oats, barley, potatoes, and green beans.
  12. Vitamin C: Important for collagen production and has antioxidant properties that might protect bone cells from damage.

Remember:

  • It's generally best to get nutrients from whole food sources when possible.
  • Not everyone needs supplements, and in some cases, excessive supplementation can be harmful.

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Pub: 16 Oct 2023 17:15 UTC
Edit: 16 Oct 2023 22:31 UTC
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