ADC Practical Exam study guide
ADC Practical Exam · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
The Australian Dental Council (ADC) practical examination is the hands-on stage of the assessment pathway that overseas-qualified dental practitioners must complete to be considered for registration as a dentist in Australia. It is aimed at clinicians whose qualifications and experience were assessed as comparable but who still need to demonstrate, under observation, that they can practise safely and to Australian standards. The ADC Practical Exam study guide has 10 sections and about 2,199 words.
01Infection Prevention and Control
Infection prevention and control (IPC) is foundational to safe dental practice. Candidates must understand the chain of infection, standard precautions, and transmission-based precautions.
254 words, about 1 min02Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry focuses on restoring form, function, and aesthetics. Candidates must know cavity classification (G.V.
232 words, about 1 min03Endodontics
Endodontics deals with the dental pulp and periapical tissues. Candidates must understand pulp pathology (reversible vs.
217 words, about 1 min04Periodontics
Periodontics involves the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the periodontium. Candidates must understand periodontal anatomy, etiology (plaque biofilm), risk factors (smoking, diabetes), classification of periodontal diseases (e.g., 2017 World Workshop), and treatment phases (initial therapy, surgical therapy, maintenance).
222 words, about 1 min05Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics involves the restoration and replacement of missing teeth and oral tissues. Candidates must understand removable prosthodontics (complete and partial dentures), fixed prosthodontics (crowns, bridges), and implant prosthodontics.
221 words, about 1 min06Oral Surgery and Extractions
Oral surgery encompasses extractions, surgical removal of teeth, and management of complications. Candidates must understand indications for extraction, preoperative assessment (medical history, radiographs), surgical techniques (forceps, elevators, surgical extraction), and postoperative care.
216 words, about 1 min07Local Anaesthesia
Local anaesthesia is essential for pain-free dental treatment. Candidates must understand the pharmacology of local anaesthetics (e.g., lidocaine, articaine), vasoconstrictors (epinephrine), and the techniques of administration (infiltration, nerve blocks).
247 words, about 1 min08Radiography and Imaging
Radiography is integral to diagnosis and treatment planning. Candidates must understand radiation physics, image formation, and interpretation.
195 words, under 1 min09Patient Communication and Professionalism
Effective communication and professionalism are core to dental practice. Candidates must understand principles of patient-centered communication, informed consent, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making.
194 words, under 1 min10Clinical Judgement and Emergency Management
Clinical judgement involves synthesizing information to make sound decisions. Candidates must understand clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, and risk management.
201 words, about 1 min