The practical examination is the last stage of the dental practitioner assessment process. It is a platform for you to show that you are competent to practise safely as a dentist in Australia.
The examination is held over two days: a technical skills day and a clinical skills day. It assesses you across the range of the Professional competencies of the newly qualified dentist. You are eligible to sit the practical examination within three years of completion of your written examination.
The Practical examination handbook for dentists (PDF, 693KB) and the Practical examination information package for dentists (PDF, 2.2MB) provide a complete overview of the practical examination format and requirements.
We do not recommend or endorse any proprietary or informal courses advertising as preparation for the practical examination. These courses are developed and run without ADC input. We cannot be held responsible for the quality of training or advice provided through these courses.
You are eligible to apply for registration with the Dental Board of Australia once you successfully complete the practical examination.
Welcome
Course Agenda
Foundations Of ADC Practical Exam: Key Competencies
ADC Practical Examination Format
Technical Skills Day
Clinical Skills Day
Examination Conduct
ADC Technical Skills Overview
Global Rating Scale: Technical & Clinical Skills
Clusters Explained: Pass All 7 To Pass ADC Practical
Root Canal Explanation to an Anxious Patient
FREE PREVIEWTooth Extraction in a Patient on Blood Thinners
Managing a Complaint About Pain After a Filling
Explaining Full Mouth Extractions
Getting Consent for Removing Wisdom Teeth
Pediatric Consent – Extracting a Decayed Tooth
Patient Refusing Recommended Treatment
Explaining Crown Preparation to a Patient
Explaining the Need for Full Dentures to an Elderly Patient
Explaining Fluoride Treatment to a Concerned Parent
Describing an Implant Procedure to a Smoker
Consent for a Panoramic Radiograph in a Pregnant Patient
Explaining the Risks and Benefits of Local Anaesthesia
Talking Through a Bitewing X-Ray with a Nervous Child
FREE PREVIEWCalming an Anxious Adult Before Scaling
Managing a Dental-Phobic Child with a Cavity
Patient with Past Traumatic Dental Experience
Telling a Patient They Have Oral Cancer Suspicion
Nervous Patient Requiring Multiple Extractions
Anxiety in a Special Needs Patient
Diagnosing Advanced Periodontal Disease
Discussing Failed Root Canal and Need for Extraction
Explaining Irreversible Pulpitis in a Child’s Tooth
Informing a Patient About Poor Prognosis of an Implant
Managing a Patient with Diabetes
Discussing Smoking Cessation
Treating a Patient with Heart Conditions
Communicating with a Pregnant Patient
Dealing with a Patient on Bisphosphonates
Talking About Alcohol Use and Oral Health
Asthmatic Patient Needing Inhaler Before Treatment
Patient with Epilepsy and Managing Appointments
Explaining Implications of Poor Oral Hygiene
Discussing Oral Piercings and Infection Risks
Refusing Non-Essential Antibiotics
Responding to Inappropriate Patient Request (False Documentation)
Handling a Child Patient Whose Parent Refuses Fluoride
Dealing with Language Barriers in Gaining Consent
Patient Wants Unnecessary Whitening Against Advice
A Patient Threatens to Leave Negative Reviews
Responding to a Request to Falsify Date of Treatment
Treating Minors Without Proper Guardian Consent
Disclosing Medical Errors Honestly
A Patient is Filming You Without Permission
Diagnosing Periapical Pathology from Radiograph
Interpreting Bitewing Caries and Planning Treatment
Identifying Impacted Third Molars on an OPG
Diagnosing Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (ANUG)
Recognizing Oral Lichen Planus
Assessing an Oral Ulcer with Medical History
Introduction
Exam Kit
Restorative Kit
FREE PREVIEWBur 110-010
Bur 835-010
Bur 290-012
Bur 238-010
Bur 8379-018
Bur 801-010
Bur 249-012
Bur 6881-012
Bur 6878K - 012
Bur 173 - 012
Finishing Carbide 135 - 014
Slow Speed H1 Round Carbides
Other Dental Instruments - I
Restorative Instruments & Supplies
Personal Protective Equipment
Other Dental Instruments - II
Infection Control In General Dentistry: Part I: Following Protocols
Infection Control In General Dentistry: Part II: Following Protocols
Infection Control In General Dentistry: Part III: Following Protocols
Infection Control In General Dentistry: Part IV:Following Protocols
Infection Control In General Dentistry: Part V: Following Protocols
Understanding Criteria’s Evaluating Your Response
History Taking : Assessing & Managing Patients Needs
Caries Risk Assessment: Gather Data/ Manage Needs
Periodontal Risk Assessment : Gather Data/ Manage Needs
FREE PREVIEWStandards Of Informed Consent: Ethical Dilemmas
Characteristics Of A Consent: Ethical Dilemmas
Caries Prevention: Health Promotion
Oral Hygiene Instructions: Health Promotion
Patient On Anti-Coagulants: Managing Patient’s Need
Tooth Replacement: Discussing & Planning Treatment
Dental Management In A Diabetic: Managing Patient’s Needs
Preventing Infective Endocarditis: Managing Patient’s Needs
Dental Management In Angina: Managing Patient’s Needs
Dry Socket Management: Establish Diagnosis/Managing Needs
Complex Situation: Part 1
Complex Situation: Part 2
Managing Periodontitis: Establish Diagnosis/Sequencing Treatment
Replacement Of Amalgam With Composites: Evidence Based Decision
Patient On Biphosphonates: Managing Patient Needs
Patient Undergoing Radiotherapy/Chemotherapy : Part I
Patient Undergoing Radiotherapy/Chemotherapy : Part II
Fluoride Applications: Assess Caries Risk/Manage Needs
Radiography Concerns Of Patient: Ethical Dilemma/Measures To Prevent Oral Disease
Child Anxiety Management: Social Determinant Of Health
Periapical Abscess: Establish Diagnosis/Plan Treatment
TMJ Disorders: Establish Diagnosis/Discuss Treatment
Oral Care Instructions: Health Promotion
Oral Facial Pain : Establish Diagnosis/Plan Treatment
Denture Insertion & Care: Manage Needs/Post-Op Instructions
Extraction: Informed Consent & Post Op. Care
Endo: Informed Consent & Post Op. Care
Diet Planning : Promoting Health
Discoloured Teeth Management: Part I
Discoloured Teeth Management: Part II
Conscious Sedation/IV/Oral/NitrousOxide-Oxygen: Managing Needs & Considerations
Un-Erupted/Impacted Canine : Treatment Goals & Management
Denture Induced Hyperplasia: Management
Attrition, Abrasion, Abfraction, Erosion: Treatment Objectives & Management
Gingival Recession: Communicating Significance & Management
Pericoronitis: Establish Diagnosis & Sequence Treatment
Swelling (Periapical & Periodontal) : Investigations & Management
Dental Management In Hypertension
Implant Maintenance I :Develop Problem List & Manage Needs
Implant Maintenance II: Diagnosing Problems & Home Care Instructions
Pregnant Patient : Needs, Management & Advise
Teeth Trauma I: Guidelines
Teeth Trauma II: Types, Investigations, Management & Advise
Un-erupted Maxillary Incisors: Establish Diagnosis & Management
Burning Mouth Syndrome: Diagnosis & Management
Oro-Antral Fistula : Establish Diagnosis & Management
Root Displaced Into Sinus: Prevention & Management
Mobile Teeth: Investigations & Management
Struggling with how to communicate effectively in high-pressure exam settings? Our Role-Play Section is designed to turn uncertainty into confidence.
In this training, you’ll:
✅ Practice realistic role-plays that mirror the actual ADC exam format.
✅ Get access to model answers and scripts crafted by experts to sharpen your responses.
✅ Learn step-by-step communication strategies to tackle challenging scenarios—whether it’s breaking bad news, handling complaints, or navigating consent.
✅ Build fluency and confidence in professional language, ethics, and patient-centered care.
✅ Receive targeted feedback to fine-tune your approach and avoid common pitfalls.
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Expert Narrations: Gain valuable insights and context from experienced instructors, enhancing your understanding of the intricacies behind each skill and procedure.
Error Correction Strategies: Learn from common mistakes and pitfalls, and develop effective strategies for correction and prevention, fostering continuous improvement.
Dedicated Instructor Support: Enjoy the confidence of having dedicated instructor support throughout the course, offering guidance on specific skills and exam preparation strategies.
Extended Access: Benefit from unrestricted access to course materials until you successfully pass the ADC Practical Exam, accommodating individual learning paces.
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