An orthodontic bite ramp has a body having an anterior base for bonding attachment to the lingual surface of an upper tooth； an occlusal surface extending lingually from the base to provide a stop limiting upward movement of a patient's lower teeth； and a vertical slot in the lingual aspect of the bite ramp. The vertical slot divides the body into two lateral wings that can be compressed by application of a lateral compressive force to deform the base and thereby release the bite ramp from the tooth. Optionally, a bonding pad can be secured to the base for bonding attachment to the lingual surface of an upper tooth.
