Summary - Advanced Finishing with Damon Ultima

Section 1 - The Damon Philosophy Revisited: From Q2 to Damon Ultima

▶ How the original Damon philosophyapplies to today’s clinical challenges, and how Damon Ultima refines bracket design todeliver improved three-dimensional control.

▶Direct comparison between Q2 and Ultima cases, focusing on bracket design, torque expression, arch wire sequences, early light elastics and disarticulation strategies.

Section 2 – Torque Selection: Facial, Esthetic and Occlusal Control
▶ Torque is a clinical decision, not a preset value.
▶ This section explores how torque selection influences incisor display, smile arc, lip support and occlusal relationships. Clear criteria are presented for choosing between Procline and Retrocline torque options in Damon Ultima, and for understanding how variable torque impacts treatment outcomes.
Hands-On Exercise: Torque selection on real clinical cases, comparing different options and discussing their facial, esthetic and functional implications.
Section 3 – Bracket Placement as a Clinical Tool
▶ Bonding is approached as a strategic step in treatment planning.
▶ This session covers how bracket placement directly influences torque expression, smile arc protection and occlusion. Practical criteria for bracket heights and positioning are discussed, along with the role of the Pano-Repo visit and the clinical indications for direct bonding versus ODB.

Clinical Workshop and Hands-On – Direct & Indirect Bonding: Step-by-step demonstration of direct and indirect bonding workflows. Participants will understand how bonding accuracy affects finishing efficiency, the need for repositioning and wire bending later in treatment. The focus is on consistency, precision and reproducibility in daily clinical practice.

Section 4 – Blueprint for the Perfect Smile: Structuring the Clinical Protocol
▶ How to structure a Damon Ultima case from the very beginning.
▶ This section integrates facial analysis, upper incisor positioning, archwire sequencing, timing and elastic strategies, with a clear explanation of what each treatment phase is designed to achieve.
Hands-On Exercise: Complete facial-driven smile design on a real clinical case.
Section 5 – Arch Development & Stability
▶ Understanding how to develop arches within biological limits and how posterior uprighting influences transverse development and occlusal stability.
▶ Clear clinical criteria are presented for managing severe crowding and making sound non-extraction versus extraction decisions.
Hands-On Exercise: Individualization of stainless steel arch wires using the WALA ridge as an anatomical reference.
Section 6 – Class II, Deep Bite & Vertical Control Protocols
▶ Practical Damon Ultima protocols for Class II and deep bite correction.
▶ This section covers facial diagnosis, the Face-Push approach, Herbst integration, early light elastics, disarticulation strategies and anterior torque control, with special emphasis on vertical control as a foundation for predictable finishing.

Section 7 – Gummy Smile Management & The Final Touch
▶ This final section focuses on the treatment of a Gummy Smile with VectorTAS.
▶ Clear criteria are presented for the indication, timing and execution of gingivectomy and hard tissue recontouring as the final refinement step, elevating esthetics while preserving
function and long-term stability.
This section reframes finishing not as an afterthought, but as a planned outcome from the start of treatment.

Dr. Iciar Llaca is a leading orthodontist known for her expertise in advanced techniques such as Damon Ultima and Spark. After completing her Master’s in Orthodontics at the Complutense University of Madrid, she was awarded the Juan Carol Prize for Best First Communication at the SEDO National Congress. In 2024, she earned the prestigious title of Diplomate of SEDO and the Spanish Board of Orthodontics.

With nearly a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Llaca is recognized for her unique approach: consistently striving to achieve the perfect balance between aesthetics and functional occlusion. Her work at LLACA Ortodoncia is a testament to her ongoing commitment to excellence, blending innovation with a personalized vision for each patient.

In her courses, Dr. Llaca not only shares her in-depth knowledge but also inspires fellow orthodontists to elevate their practice and improve their clinic’s operations. Her programs are designed to equip you with the tools necessary to set new standards of excellence in your work.

Advanced Finishing with Damon Ultima

Introduction to the course

Agenda