Liners & Bases: Just Say NO Aug 19, 2025

Why Dentists Still Reach for Liners and Bases

Understanding the Historical Roots and Modern Misconceptions

Let’s start by breaking down the main reasons why many dentists still feel the need to use liners and bases in direct restorations. Then, we’ll look at what the evidence actually says, and ...

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Why Partial Coverage? Rethinking the Full Crown Jun 27, 2025

Why Partial Coverage? Rethinking the Full Crown

By Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus, DMD | The BAARD Institute

The days of defaulting to full-coverage crowns are numbered—and for good reason.

At The BAARD Institute, we champion a different approach: partial coverage ceramics grounded in a

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