Course Overview

In the era of rapidly evolving clear aligner therapy, orthodontists are not only choosing tools but redefining treatment strategies and efficiency.

Damon Ultima, the first True Full Expression system, introduces an innovative bracket-slot design that enables precise control of tooth movement, reduced friction, and improved force efficiency—bringing new possibilities to fixed orthodontic treatment.

This course is led by Damon system expert Steve Ward and international speaker Dr. Michael Bicknell, delivering a comprehensive journey from system fundamentals to clinical execution, including challenging case management and integrated treatment strategies.

Through real clinical cases and systematic explanations, participants will learn:

• How to achieve precise control of tooth movement
• How to improve treatment efficiency and stability
• How to manage complex cases using Damon Ultima

This is not just a course—it is an upgrade in clinical thinking.

Speaker

Dr. Michael Bicknell

Dr. Michael Bicknell is an internationally recognized orthodontic speaker with extensive experience in Damon system applications and treatment strategy optimization. He has been actively involved in the global education of Damon Ultima and is well known for his case-driven lectures that focus on efficiency, predictability, and real-world clinical solutions.

Mr. Steve Ward

Steve Ward has over 30 years of experience at Ormco and currently serves as Director of Technical Product Management. He has a strong focus on orthodontic biomechanics and system development, exploring the full potential of fixed appliances in three-dimensional control. Inspired by Dr. Dwight Damon’s philosophy, he advocates low-force, high-efficiency treatment approaches and is a frequent speaker at international orthodontic conferences.

Agenda

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Time|Topic|Speaker

08:30–09:00|Registration|

09:00–10:30|Behind Damon Ultima – The Biomechanics of Full Expression|Mr. Steve Ward

10:30–11:00|Coffee Break|

11:00–12:30|Damon Ultima Clinical Applications & Efficiency Strategy|Dr. Michael Bicknell

12:30–13:30|Lunch Break|

13:30–14:45|Advanced Clinical Strategies & Challenging Cases with Damon Ultima|Dr. Michael Bicknell

14:45–15:15|Coffee Break|

15:15–16:00|Integration, Efficiency & Clinical Insights|Mr. Steve Ward & Dr. Michael Bicknell

16:00–16:30|Q&A Session|Mr. Steve Ward & Dr. Michael Bicknell

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Course Outline

🔹 Damon Ultima System & Biomechanics

• True Full Expression design principles
• Force control and low-friction mechanics
• Damon Ultima vs conventional systems

🔹 Clinical Applications & Efficiency Strategies

• Case selection and treatment planning
• Biomechanics in clinical practice
• Optimization of treatment efficiency and outcomes

🔹 Advanced & Challenging Cases

• Management of complex cases
• Control strategies and finishing techniques
• Long-term treatment stability

🔹 System Integration & Clinical Insights

• The role of Damon in modern orthodontics
• Workflow optimization
• Building predictable treatment strategies

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