How to prepare for Community dentistry Practical exams

In Community dentistry, You’re supposed to have two different patients as a long case and a short case.

♦ My personal opinion- if you have an option of presenting the WHO form, please go for it.

It’s the most difficult looking but easiest thing to do.

♦ Indices mainly have this interexaminer variations, what you saw, the examiner might see differently!

♦ Certainly, some things are obvious but some indices like gingival or plaque index are highly variable.

♦ You should know the ORAL HYGIENE instructions well.You should be able to demonstrate them if asked.

♦ You either do fluoride or sealant as your short case.

♦ Know about the indications of both, as they’re frequently asked.

♦ You should know why is your patient indicated for the desired treatment.

♦ Dates are very important in CD. Who invented what in which year, you must know for your viva!