ORE/lds Courses

ORE PART 1 MODULES

● Anatomy

● Physiology

● Orthodontics

● Pathology

● Pharmacology & Therapeutics

● Oral Surgery

● Medicine & Oral Medicine

● Radiology

● Restorative Dentistry

● Paediatric Dentistry

● Embryology

● Medical Emergencies & LBS

● Pain, Anaesthesia, Sedation

● Histology

● Statistics

● Periodontology

● Dental Materials

● Infection Control

● Law and ethics in the UK

● Preventive Dentistry

Focussed learning following the GDC consortium which is key to success.

Lectures and demonstrations of each exercise along with handouts. 

Detailed personal feedback for each delegate.

Option to subscribe to our online revision guidance portal.

Who is it suitable for: This course suitable for ORE and LDS delegates at any level of preparation. So, whether you are a beginner or have been preparing for a while this course will take you further with your preparation. 

Suitable for young dentists going into practice. 

To benefit maximum from the course we do recommend gaining some handpiece control before attending the course.

Mode of Delivery: Classroom – hands-on

Day 1:

Safe practice.

Exam expectations Operating positions Examiners expectations and guidelines

Amalgam Class I and Class II cavity preparations Amalgam restoration

Composite Class III cavity preparation

Composite Class IV tooth preparation and restoration Composite class V cavity preparation and restoration

Day 2:

Labial Veneer tooth preparation Anterior Metal Ceramic Crown preparation Full Gold Crown preparation Posterior Metal Ceramic Crown Preparation

Day 3:

Impression Taking for Definitive Crown

Temporary Crown Preparation

Rest Seat Preparation

Root Canal Treatment

Composite Cusp Build Up

This course covers all you need to know about to following components of the ORE:

● Objective Structured Clinical Examination

● Dental Treatment Planning

● Medical Emergencies

The course is designed towards more focused learning to improve your chances of success in the exams.

The information is delivered as appropriate for the ORE exam, and all materials are also appropriate to what you would expect in the exam. 

You will also have a tutor who will provide support until you pass your exam. 

Day 1: Skilled OSCE – Online

Day 2: Actor & Written OSCE – Online

Day 3: Dental Treatment Planning – Online

Day 4: Medical Emergencies – Online

Day 5: Skilled OSCEs and Medical Emergencies - In Person

DAY 1: SKILLED OSCEs - Online

This day is focused towards Skilled OSCE stations which are a part of the OSCE exam. This day will start with a briefing on how the exam is conducted. 

You will be given guidance on the exam approach for each station as well as effective time management - a crucial part of passing your exam. We will also offer support in understanding which points to keep in mind, with a focus on understanding exam criteria which will be explained for each station. 

The day consists of: 

● Lectures

● Demonstrations

● Topics covered include:

● Dental Charting

● Dental Surveyor

● Hand Washing

● Instrument Identification

● IOTN

● Intra-Oral X-Ray arrangement

● RPD designing

● Rubber Dam Application

● Splinting (Avulsed tooth)

● Suturing

● Waste Disposal

● X-ray Holders

● New OSCES

DAY 2: ACTOR & WRITTEN OSCEs - Online

This day will start with a briefing on how the exam is conducted.

You will be given guidance on exam approach appropriate to each station as well as effective time management - which is key to passing the exam. 

You will also be given guidance on communication skills (extra classes in communication skills are also available) as well as the points to keep in mind, with a focus on exam criteria explained for each station. 

DAY 3: DENTAL TREATMENT PLANNING DAY - Online

This section of the course will explain how the exam is conducted. Lectures will explain how to approach the exam with guidance on completing exam forms with effective time management. 

Guidance on:

● Oral History

● Provisional diagnosis, special investigations, radiographic request

● Radiographic report writing

● Contemporaneous notes

● Written treatment plan

● Oral treatment plan

DAYS 4: MEDICAL EMERGENCIES - Online

This day is focused on Medical Emergencies in Dental Practice. Relevant updates will also be included if applicable.

● Lectures explaining relevant exam topics.

● Explanation of structured scenarios.

Topics of discussion include:

● Adrenal Insufficiency

● Asthma

● Anaphylaxis

● Angina and Myocardial Infarction

● Basic Life Support

● Choking

● Epilepsy

● Hypoglycaemia

● Hyperventilation

● Needle stick injury

● Syncope

The course is designed towards more focused learning to improve your chances of success in the exams.

Covers all the skilled OSCE tasks where the tutor will demonstrate each and delegates will have the opportunity to perform the task as well. 

• CPR on Adult and Child demonstrated on manikins.
• Demonstration and hand on practise of BLS and AED.
• Use of ME drugs and equipment.

Manikin Mocks/ Revision - 1 day in person: £395

OSCE, Treatment Planning & Medical Emergencies Mock -  1 day in person: £395