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Dentistry

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Free OET Writing Sample Test with Answer Subtest Dentistry #3

Notes: Today's date is 10 May 2029. You are a dentist at Sunny Dental Clinic. A patient, Mr. Robert Adams, has come in with complaints of persistent bad breath and gum bleeding.

PATIENT DETAILS:

  • NAME: Mr. Robert Adams

  • DOB: 15 November 1980 (48 y.o.)

  • Social background: Married, two children

  • Occupation: IT Consultant

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

Family history:

  • Father had a history of gum disease

Patient history:

  • Regular dental check-ups, last check-up 1 year ago

  • No history of dental surgery or major dental issues

10 May 2029 Presenting problem: Mr. Adams reports persistent bad breath (halitosis) and gum bleeding, particularly during brushing and flossing.

Symptoms:

  • Chronic bad breath

  • Gum bleeding during oral hygiene routines

  • No significant pain or discomfort

  • No visible swelling or pus formation

Intraoral Examination:

  • Gingival inflammation and bleeding upon probing

  • Accumulation of dental plaque and calculus

  • No significant dental caries or visible lesions

Diagnosis: Generalized moderate gingivitis with halitosis

Initial treatment: Recommend professional dental cleaning (scaling and root planing) to address gingivitis and improve oral hygiene, as well as provide guidance on improved home care practices

Writing Task:

Using the information provided in the case notes, write a letter of referral to the Periodontist at Precision Periodontal Specialists, requesting professional dental cleaning (scaling and root planing) for Mr. Robert Adams's generalized moderate gingivitis with halitosis. Address the letter to the Periodontist at Precision Periodontal Specialists, 701 Gum Health Avenue, Cityville. 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.

Sample Response:

 

Periodontist 

Precision Periodontal Specialists 

701 Gum Health Avenue 

Cityville

 

10 May 2029

 

Dear Periodontist,

 

Re: Mr. Robert Adams DOB: 15 November 1980

 

I am writing to request professional dental cleaning (scaling and root planing) for Mr. Robert Adams, a 48-year-old patient who visited Sunny Dental Clinic with complaints of persistent bad breath (halitosis) and gum bleeding. Upon examination, he was diagnosed with generalized moderate gingivitis with halitosis.

Mr. Adams, an IT consultant in good overall health, has been experiencing chronic bad breath and gum bleeding, particularly during oral hygiene routines. Clinical examination revealed gingival inflammation and bleeding upon probing, as well as the accumulation of dental plaque and calculus. Notably, there were no significant dental caries or visible lesions.

Given the clinical presentation and the extent of gingival inflammation, I recommend professional dental cleaning (scaling and root planing) to address his gingivitis and improve oral hygiene. This procedure will help reduce inflammation, remove calculus, and provide a fresh start for maintaining better gum health.

I kindly request your expertise in providing the necessary periodontal treatment for Mr. Adams. Your prompt attention to his dental care needs is greatly appreciated. Please do not hesitate to contact our clinic if you require any further information or assistance.

 

Yours sincerely,

 

Dentist

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