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DSFE Restorative Dentistry is a two-part specialist fellowship examination. Part 1 uses 180 SBA questions over four hours; Part 2 is a clinical structured oral. Preparation should focus on diagnosis, risk, occlusion, fixed and removable prosthodontics, endodontic and periodontal interfaces, implant planning, hypodontia, head and neck cancer rehabilitation, materials, complications and long-term maintenance.
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1Which format best matches DSFE Restorative Dentistry Part 1 for the non-Dental Public Health specialties?
A.A 180-question single-best-answer written examination over four hours
B.A 10-station clinical structured oral only
C.A 75-stem true-or-false MCQ paper with 33 SBAs
D.A workplace portfolio without a written examination
Explanation: DSFE regulations describe Part 1 for non-Dental Public Health specialties as 180 single-best-answer questions over four hours, with a short break after two hours. The clinical structured oral belongs to Part 2, not Part 1.
2A candidate asks what the DSFE Restorative Dentistry Part 2 assessment is. Which answer is most accurate?
A.A face-to-face clinical structured oral examination with up to 10 stations
B.A written paper of 180 EMQs
C.An online 90-minute clinical reasoning assessment
D.A thesis defence only
Explanation: DSFE Part 2 for Restorative Dentistry is a face-to-face clinical structured oral examination. Regulations allow up to 10 stations, each lasting up to 25 minutes including reading and examining time.
3Which fee pairing reflects the DSFE public fee listing reviewed for UK candidates?
A.Part 1 October 2026 GBP 995; Part 2 2027 GBP 1,495 subject to review
B.Part 1 GBP 575; Part 2 GBP 1,550
C.Part 1 EUR 850; Part 2 EUR 950
D.Part 1 GBP 331; further attempts GBP 93
Explanation: DSFE lists the UK Part 1 October 2026 fee as GBP 995 and the Part 2 2027 fee as GBP 1,495, with the Part 2 fee subject to review. The other fee pairs belong to different examinations or bodies.
4A dentist who has not completed MFDS asks whether they can enter the Dental Specialty Fellowship Examinations. What is the safest advice from official RCS England guidance?
A.MFDS completion is required for entry to the DSFE route
B.MFDS is never relevant to DSFE entry
C.Any dental degree alone automatically permits DSFE entry
D.A dental nursing qualification satisfies the specialty fellowship entry requirement
Explanation: RCS England states that MFDS completion is required for entry to the Dental Specialty Fellowship Examinations. Specialty eligibility still needs to be checked, but a dental degree alone is not the stated route.
5Which sequencing rule is most consistent with DSFE regulations?
A.Candidates must pass Part 1 before being eligible to sit Part 2
B.Candidates can sit Part 2 first and Part 1 later
C.Part 1 and Part 2 must always be sat on the same day
D.Passing Part 1 automatically awards fellowship without Part 2
Explanation: DSFE regulations require candidates to pass Part 1 before sitting Part 2. Fellowship requires successful completion of the required assessment route, not Part 1 alone.
6When advising a DSFE Restorative candidate on Part 1 technique, which point is most appropriate?
A.Practise choosing the single best answer from plausible clinical options
B.Expect negative marking for every wrong answer
C.Prepare mainly for essay writing
D.Ignore clinical reasoning because the paper is only basic science recall
Explanation: Part 1 is an SBA paper, so candidates must discriminate between plausible options and choose the best response. SBA preparation should integrate clinical reasoning, not just isolated recall.
7Which topic set best reflects the Restorative Dentistry DSFE syllabus breadth?
A.Diagnosis, prevention, implants, hypodontia, head and neck cancer rehabilitation, occlusion, materials and multidisciplinary care
B.Only removable orthodontic appliance design
C.Only dental nursing oral health education
D.Only oral and maxillofacial surgical oncology
Explanation: The Restorative Dentistry syllabus is broad and includes diagnosis, prevention, integrated restorative care, implants, hypodontia and head and neck cancer rehabilitation. It is not limited to a single operative or surgical niche.
8A candidate plans Part 2 revision. Which practice format best mirrors the official DSFE cSO design?
A.Short, structured oral cases with reading time, examiner questioning and justification of decisions
B.Long unaided essays without clinical data
C.Only multiple true-false questions
D.A practical wax-up exercise as the sole assessment
Explanation: Part 2 is a clinical structured oral, so candidates need to practise presenting, prioritising and defending decisions in timed case stations. Written-only revision is insufficient for this format.
9A restorative consultation begins with a patient requesting replacement of all crowns because they dislike the colour. What should be established first?
A.The patient’s main concerns, expectations, symptoms, history and reasons for dissatisfaction
B.The definitive ceramic shade before examination
C.The laboratory prescription before diagnosis
D.A full-mouth crown plan without discussing alternatives
Explanation: Specialist restorative planning starts with the patient agenda, history, symptoms, expectations and clinical findings. Aesthetic treatment should not be prescribed before diagnosis and shared decision-making.
10A 38-year-old has cupped occlusal lesions on mandibular molars, palatal enamel loss on maxillary incisors and frequent reflux. Which diagnosis should be prioritised?
A.Erosive tooth wear with possible gastric acid contribution
B.Primary attrition from toothbrushing alone
C.Localized aggressive periodontitis
D.External cervical resorption of every affected tooth
Explanation: Palatal maxillary anterior wear and cupped occlusal dentine are classic for erosive tooth wear, and reflux is a relevant risk factor. Attrition and abrasion may coexist, but the pattern and history point strongly to erosion.
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