Read the following information.
Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Dentistry #5
Notes: Today's date is 15 September 2029. You are a dentist at Oceanview Dental Care. A patient, Mr. John Anderson, has come in with a complaint of a loose front tooth after a recent fall.
PATIENT DETAILS:
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NAME: Mr. John Anderson
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DOB: 03 April 1978 (51 y.o.)
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Social background: Married, two children
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Occupation: Teacher
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General health: Generally good, no chronic medical conditions
Family history:
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Father experienced tooth loss due to gum disease
Patient history:
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Regular dental check-ups, last check-up 6 months ago
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No history of dental surgery or major dental issues
15 September 2029 Presenting problem: Mr. Anderson reports a loose front tooth (maxillary central incisor) after a recent fall during a sports activity. He experiences mild pain and discomfort around the loose tooth.
Symptoms:
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Loose front tooth (maxillary central incisor)
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Mild pain and discomfort
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No visible swelling or gum issues
Intraoral Examination:
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Mobility of maxillary central incisor
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No signs of infection or abscess
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Mild gum irritation
Diagnosis: Tooth mobility due to traumatic injury
Initial treatment: Recommend splinting the loose tooth and monitoring for any signs of infection or further complications.
Writing Task:
Using the information provided in the case notes, write a letter of referral to the Oral Surgeon at Seaside Oral Health Specialists, requesting assessment and possible splinting of Mr. John Anderson's loose front tooth due to a traumatic injury. Address the letter to the Oral Surgeon at Seaside Oral Health Specialists, 567 Shoreview Road, Coastal Town. 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.