Dr. Schiffenhaus will provide a discussion of his biomimetic and biomechanic rational for his prep design. First we must start with the why.... Why do we cover cusps with crowns? Why use partial coverage? Why use adhesive dentistry vs traditional approaches? And why restore with a biomimetic philosophy. In this section Dr. Schiffenhaus will answer these questions as well as give an important review of Biomechanics, Tooth Structure, & Biomaterials. Then Dr. Graeme Milicich will discuss the six fracture modes of teeth & how to restore them. These lectures will serve as the backbone for the rest of the course and you may never look at a tooth or how to restore it the same again. We have no commercial support to declare. No prior skill/level required. AGD Subject Code: 250

CE Objectives

• Learn the principles of biomimetic approach

• Understand properties of enamel, dentin, & DEC

• Understand properties composites & glass ceramics 

• Learn the Compression Dome theory

• Understand principles of Biomechanic design

Teaching Method: Self-Paced/Video/Web Mediated
Conflict of Interest Statement: Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus is the owner and creator of the BAARD institute.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the Academy of General Dentistry Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE) through the THE BAARD INSTITUTE. THE BAARD INSTITUTE LLC is approved for awarding FAGD/MAGD credit.

Lesson Length: 240 min CE credit: 4 hours (self-instruction) Release Date: 1/19/21 Review Date: 1/19/21

In this module students will apply what they have learned about engineering and biomechanics from the previous module towards how to prepare & design bonded ceramics. This module will build on the previous module and add further knowledge and evidence in how to design ceramic restorations to be more fracture resistant, function more harmonious with the natural tooth, and how to avoid catastrophic failures both biologically and structurally. Overlays, Onlays, & Inlays will be discussed in terms of design, pro's & con's, and indications/recommendations for use. We have no commercial support to declare. No prior skill/level required. AGD Subject Code: 250

CE Objectives

• Learn the advantages of non-retentive ceramics & Why are such ceramics more fracture resistant & better for bonding

• Understand what preparation features decrease fracture resistance & increase stress  concentrations

• Understand why is bonding so important for ceramic success

• Understand the importance of keeping ceramics above the height of contour

• Learn what impacts pulp survival following restorative treatment in regards to prep design

• Understand the role of adhesion & material thickness in fracture resistance

• Understand the Pro’s & Con’s of different margin designs

• Understand the compressive & tensile forces exerted on cusps during function

• Understand the principles & causes of peripheral rim fractures

• Learn how to decide when to keep or remove cusps

• Learn the various Onlay design fundamentals & prep parameters

Teaching Method: Self-Paced/Video/Web Mediated Conflict of Interest Statement: Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus is the owner and creator of the BAARD institute.

Lesson Length: 240 min CE credit: 4 hours (self-instruction)

This module is where the "rubber meets the road" & why many took this course in the first place. Dr. Schiffenhaus not only reviews his preparation protocol but also his prep philosophy, fundamentals, & armamentarium. Here you will learn the burs, speeds, steps, & order in which Dr. Schiffenhaus preps his Overlay's & Onlay's. As with everything BAARD - it is very comprehensive showing the why behind each step & process. There are copious amounts of demo videos to help simulate an intense hands on course. This module will discuss the requisite armamentarium necessary for your preparation. You'll hear of the benefits of different types of handpieces compared and contrasted. You'll become familiarized with the workflow involved in managing caries and structural defects. Finally, you'll learn of the different cutting speeds and bur grits to achieve a smooth workflow. This event has no commercial support to declare. No prior skill/level required. AGD Subject Code: 250

CE Objectives

• Learn the components and fundamentals of an efficient ceramic preparation armamentarium

• Learn the benefits of electric handpieces

• Understand how to efficiently manage caries/structural defect removal and bonding in a ceramic preparation workflow

• Understand how bur grit and cutting speeds are best utilized to achieve smooth & flowing preparations

• Learn the preparation sequence of the BAARD Overlay & Onlay prep protocol

Teaching Method: Self-Paced/Video/Web Mediated Conflict of Interest Statement: Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus is the owner and creator of the BAARD institute.

Lesson Length: 240 min CE credit: 4 hours (self-instruction) 

Advanced Adhesion is at the CORE of BAARD. It may be the most important thing we do. Not only does it retain our restorations BUT more importantly it seals against microleakage & protects the pulp. In this module - Dr. Schiffenhaus first explains the fundamental problem in adhesive dentistry and how to optimize bonding to dentin. For indirect restorations, this is IMMEDIATE DENTIN SEALING with Resin Coating. Dr. Schiffenhaus comprehensively explains the fundamentals & advantages of Immediate Dentin Sealing. In this module Dr. Schiffenhaus also shows how to temporize & adhesively lute to IDS treated indirect preparations. Last, Dr. Schiffenhaus discusses Pulp Health & Post-Operative Sensitivity & Pain - why it normally occurs & why it shouldn't occur following BAARD protocols - in the rare case it does occur how to solve & manage. There is no commercial support to declare for this event. No prior skill/level required. AGD Subject Code: 250.

CE Objectives

• Review the fundamentals of bonding to dentin.

• Review the current literature regarding immediate dentin sealing (IDS) versus traditional dentin bonding protocols.

• Learn the protocol for implementing IDS.

• Demonstrate IDS protocols on both a typodont and a patient.

Cost: Courses are complimentary with BAARD membership. Refund policy: All courses are non refundable. 

Teaching Method: Self-Paced/Video/Web Mediated
Conflict of Interest Statement: Dr. Steve Schiffenhaus is the owner and creator of the BAARD institute.

Lesson Length: 315 min CE credit: 5 hours (self-instruction) 

This is a collection of live cases both photos and video that are reviewed by Dr. Schiffenhaus. Currently the videos are older and there will be newer videos uploaded very soon.

• 3rd Molar Onlay with Margin Elevation & Large Crack

• Deep Caries - Ribbond - Onlay

• MODL Onlay Full Case Video in Real Time with Narration

• Mx 1st Overlay Full Live Case Narrated Demo & Review