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Dentistry

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Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Dentistry #10

Notes: Today's date is 20 August 2030. You are a dentist at Gentle Dental Clinic. A patient, Ms. Maria Rodriguez, has come in with concerns about persistent tooth pain.

PATIENT DETAILS:

  • NAME: Ms. Maria Rodriguez

  • DOB: 28 December 1980 (49 y.o.)

  • Social background: Divorced, one teenage child

  • Occupation: Elementary school teacher

  • General health: Good overall health, no chronic medical conditions

Family history:

  • Mother had a history of dental cavities and tooth loss

Patient history:

  • Regular dental check-ups, last check-up 8 months ago

  • History of occasional dental cavities and fillings

20 August 2030 Presenting problem: Ms. Rodriguez reports persistent tooth pain in her lower left second molar. She describes the pain as a sharp, intermittent discomfort, especially when chewing. Over-the-counter pain relievers provide temporary relief.

Symptoms:

  • Persistent tooth pain in lower left second molar

  • Sharp, intermittent discomfort

  • Exacerbated by chewing

  • Partially relieved by over-the-counter pain relievers

  • No visible swelling or gum issues

Intraoral Examination:

  • Visible dental cavity and caries in lower left second molar

  • No signs of infection or abscess in adjacent tissues

  • No other significant dental issues

Diagnosis: Dental cavity and caries in the lower left second molar

Initial treatment: Recommend dental X-ray to assess the extent of the caries. Referral for restorative treatment.

Writing Task:

Using the information provided in the case notes, write a letter of referral to the Restorative Dentist at Precision Restorative Dentistry, requesting evaluation and possible restorative treatment for Ms. Maria Rodriguez's dental cavity and caries in her lower left second molar. Address the letter to the Restorative Dentist at Precision Restorative Dentistry, 789 Smile Avenue, Dentopolis. In your response:

  • Expand the relevant notes into complete sentences.

  • Do not use note form.

  • Use letter format.

  • The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.

Restorative Dentist 

Precision Restorative Dentistry 

789 Smile Avenue 

Dentopolis

 

20 August 2030

 

Dear Restorative Dentist,

 

Re: Ms. Maria Rodriguez DOB: 28 December 1980

 

I am writing to request your expertise in the assessment and potential restorative treatment of Ms. Maria Rodriguez, a 49-year-old patient who presented at Gentle Dental Clinic with persistent tooth pain in her lower left second molar. Ms. Rodriguez describes the pain as sharp and intermittent, particularly aggravated during chewing, and partially relieved by over-the-counter pain relievers.

Upon intraoral examination, I identified a visible dental cavity and caries in the lower left second molar. No signs of infection or abscess in adjacent tissues were observed, and there were no other significant dental issues. Based on her clinical presentation and history, I have diagnosed her with a dental cavity and caries in the lower left second molar.

Ms. Rodriguez, an elementary school teacher in good general health, seeks prompt resolution of her discomfort to maintain her oral health. To assess the extent of the caries and plan appropriate treatment, I recommend a dental X-ray. Following this assessment, I kindly request your evaluation and consideration of potential restorative measures for Ms. Rodriguez's lower left second molar.

Please feel free to contact our clinic if you require any additional information or assistance in coordinating her care.

 

Yours sincerely,

Dentist

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