Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Dentistry #2
Notes:
Today's date is 5 December 2028. You are a dentist at Bright Smiles Dental Clinic. A patient, Ms. Sarah Johnson, has come in with complaints of tooth sensitivity and a visible cavity.
PATIENT DETAILS:
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NAME: Ms. Sarah Johnson
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DOB: 20 May 1988 (40 y.o.)
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Social background: Single, no children
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Occupation: Marketing Manager
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General health: Overall good health, no chronic medical conditions
Family history:
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No significant dental or medical family history
Patient history:
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Regular dental check-ups with no major issues
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No history of dental trauma or surgery
5 December 2028 Presenting problem: Ms. Johnson reports experiencing tooth sensitivity and discomfort in her upper right premolar (#4) for the past two weeks.
Symptoms (Upper Right Premolar):
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Sensitivity to hot and cold stimuli
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Pain upon biting or chewing
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Visible cavity on the occlusal surface of tooth #4
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No signs of infection or swelling
Intraoral Examination:
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Visual inspection confirms the presence of a moderate-sized cavity in tooth #4
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No signs of infection or swelling in the surrounding tissues
Diagnosis: Moderate dental caries in tooth #4
Initial treatment: Recommend dental restoration (filling) for tooth #4 to address the caries and alleviate symptoms
Writing Task:
Using the information provided in the case notes, write a letter of referral to the Restorative Dentist at Precision Dental Care, requesting dental restoration (filling) for Ms. Sarah Johnson's moderate dental caries in tooth #4. Address the letter to the Restorative Dentist at Precision Dental Care, 512 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.