Jordan Dental Exam study plan

Map the Domain 1 syllabus into seven sub-blocks (anatomy, histology, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology) and allocate a fixed time budget to each.

Draw and label the cranial nerves V, VII, IX, X, XI and XII pathways from memory, then verify against a textbook and correct errors in a different colour.

Explain the histology of enamel, dentin, cementum and pulp in writing, including the cell types and matrix composition of each.

Summarize the pharmacology of local anesthetics, antibiotics and analgesics commonly used in dentistry, listing mechanism, dose ceiling and key contraindication for each.

Describe the physiology of nerve impulse conduction, synaptic transmission and pain pathways relevant to dental anesthesia.

Compare the biochemical pathways of glycolysis, the Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation and state where each is disrupted in a named disease.

Classify the principal oral and systemic pathogens by Gram stain, oxygen requirement and associated disease.

Explain the pathological processes of inflammation, necrosis, apoptosis and neoplasia with one dental example each.

Differentiate the clinical and microscopic features of the major odontogenic cysts and tumours in a comparison table.

Describe the presentation, diagnosis and first-line management of oral potentially malignant disorders and oral squamous cell carcinoma.

Outline the diagnosis and management of common oral medicine conditions: recurrent aphthous stomatitis, oral candidiasis, lichen planus and xerostomia.

Correlate salivary gland pathology and developmental dental anomalies with their clinical signs.

Explain cavity preparation principles and the selection criteria among amalgam, composite, glass ionomer and ceramic restoratives.

Describe the steps, indications and failure modes of root canal treatment from access to obturation.

Interpret the diagnosis of pulpal and periapical disease using vitality testing and radiographic findings.

Outline the management of a fractured or avulsed anterior tooth according to current trauma guidelines.

Compare fixed partial denture designs and state the indications, contraindications and abutment selection criteria for each.

Explain the principles of complete denture construction: impression, jaw relation, try-in and insertion, including common complaints after insertion.

Describe the design features and indications of removable partial dentures, including clasp types and major connectors.

Summarize the biomechanics of implant-supported restorations and the factors affecting occlusal loading.

Classify periodontal disease using the current classification and distinguish it from gingival enlargement of non-plaque origin.

Describe nonsurgical periodontal therapy, the rationale for adjunctive antibiotics and the criteria for referral for surgery.

Outline the surgical sequence and complications of simple and surgical extraction, including third molar assessment.

Explain the indications, contraindications and complications of local anesthesia and conscious sedation in dentistry.

Summarize the management of odontogenic infection, including airway red flags and when to admit.

Explain the stages of normal dental development and the timing of eruption for primary and permanent teeth.

Describe interceptive orthodontic treatment options for anterior crossbite, crowding and habits, with their timing windows.

Outline behaviour management techniques for children and the indications for each.

Summarize the principles of pulp therapy and stainless steel crown placement in primary teeth.

Interpret intraoral, panoramic and cone-beam CT images for common findings, including caries, periapical lesions, impacted teeth and maxillary sinus disease.

Apply the principles of radiation protection, including ALARA, collimation and selection criteria for imaging.

Explain standard infection control procedures: hand hygiene, sterilization monitoring, sharps handling and post-exposure management.

Outline the ethical and legal duties of a dentist in consent, record keeping, confidentiality and handling a complaint.