Endodontics · 11 minutes

Root Canal Treatment Done by Your Colleague: Post-Endodontic Pain: 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

Mrs Burke had RCT done on lower right back tooth 3 days ago with another dentist. Previous dentist didn't explain complications of RCT. Patient has an appointment with a dentist in 2 weeks. She came to see you today because she has pain after the treatment. On examination, band (stainless steel) was given to tooth and GIC filled (temporary restoration). Pain on biting, not sensitive to hot or cold. X-ray provided shows slightly inadequate obturation. give differential diagnosis and manage patients concerns.

How to approach endodontics stations

Endodontic stations usually combine pain history with a clear diagnosis and options. Practise asking about the nature of the pain, explaining what is inflamed or infected, and laying out treatment choices with their pros and cons.

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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