A material placed in a thick layer between the tooth and the restoration that supports the restorative material from occlusal stresses is ____________.

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A high-strength base is a material that supports and protects the restoration from occlusal stresses. Luting agents are used to bond the restoration to the tooth structure, while low-strength bases or liners are used to provide pulpal protection or insulation. Varnish is a coating material used to seal dentinal tubules or as cavity varnish under amalgam restorations.

A Material Placed in a Thick Layer Between the Tooth