Periodontics · 11 minutes

Stage 4 Grade C Periodontitis: Explaining a Specialist Referral: 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

Mr Boldoski is a 55 yrs old patient, attending your clinic today complaining of bleeding gums and wanted some cleaning. You have examined the patient. OPG taken today and you can see generalized bone loss. You gave diagnosis as generalised periodontitis, stage 4 and grade C. His medical records show that he didn't see GP for 10 yrs. You decided to refer him to specialist. Explain the reason for referral and address pts concern.

How to approach periodontics stations

Periodontal stations reward a clear, jargon-free explanation of what is happening in the gums, the link to risk factors such as smoking and diabetes, and an honest plan that keeps the patient involved. Practise explaining probing depths and bone loss in everyday words.

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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