Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Dentistry #1
Notes: Today's date is 25 June 2029. You are a dentist at Bright Smiles Dental Clinic. A patient, Ms. Sarah Johnson, has come in with a complaint of severe toothache in her upper right molars.
PATIENT DETAILS:
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NAME: Ms. Sarah Johnson
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DOB: 12 July 1985 (43 y.o.)
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Social background: Single, no children
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Occupation: Marketing Manager
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General health: Generally healthy, no chronic medical conditions
Family history:
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No significant family history of dental issues
Patient history:
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Regular dental check-ups, last check-up 9 months ago
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No history of dental surgery or major dental issues
25 June 2029 Presenting problem: Ms. Johnson reports severe toothache in her upper right molars, which has been ongoing for the past week. She experiences sharp pain while chewing, sensitivity to hot and cold, and trouble sleeping due to the discomfort.
Symptoms:
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Severe toothache in upper right molars
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Pain while chewing
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Sensitivity to hot and cold
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Difficulty sleeping due to discomfort
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No visible swelling or gum issues
Intraoral Examination:
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Severe caries (cavities) in upper right molars
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No signs of infection or abscess
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No other significant dental issues
Diagnosis: Severe dental caries in upper right molars
Initial treatment: Recommend a dental filling or crown placement to address the severe caries and relieve the toothache.
Writing Task:
Using the information provided in the case notes, write a letter of referral to the Restorative Dentist at Perfect Smiles Dental Center, requesting dental filling or crown placement for Ms. Sarah Johnson's severe dental caries in her upper right molars. Address the letter to the Restorative Dentist at Perfect Smiles Dental Center, 123 Dental Avenue, Cityville. In your response:
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Expand the relevant notes into complete sentences.
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Do not use note form.
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Use letter format.
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The body of the letter should be approximately 180–200 words.