Paediatric dentistry · 11 minutes

MIH in an 11-Year-Old: ADC OSCE practice station

An ADC-style practice station on OSCE Coach. Practice, not real, past or recalled exam content.

What the candidate is told

Nick Henderson 11-year-old boy, attending with his parents. Chief Complaint: Sensitivity to cold in his back teeth. History: Mother took him to a public hospital previously. General dentist at the hospital suggested extracting the back teeth under general anaesthesia. Parents seeking a second opinion. Examination Findings / Clinical Image: Photograph showing hypomineralised (chalky/opaque) first permanent molars and incisors. other teeth appear normal. OPG given Task: Diagnose and manage. Address parent's concerns.

How to approach paediatric dentistry stations

Paediatric stations involve both a child and a parent. Practise age-appropriate language for the child, clear information for the parent, and behaviour guidance that keeps everyone comfortable.

Whatever the topic, the same habits earn marks: signpost what you will cover, listen, explain in plain words, offer real options, and check understanding. Our guide to the communication criteria shows how: ADC communication marking criteria, explained.

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