Qatar Specialist Oral Surgery

Exam at a glance

Questions

150

Duration

180 minutes

Pass mark

65 %

Sections

1

Exam type

Written

Language

English

Authority

DHP

Curriculum

Built from the question bank and updated automatically when new questions are added. 7 modules · 960 questions · Last updated: 29 October 2026

1. 01Exodontia & impactions140 questions · 14.6 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Principles of exodontia: assessment, instruments and technique
   • Impacted third molars: indications, classification, imaging and surgery
   • Complications of exodontia: nerves, sinus, displaced teeth and dry socket
   • Local anaesthesia and pain management in oral surgery
   • Preprosthetic, implant and bone augmentation surgery
   • Foundations: extraction forceps and impacted third molars
   • Foundations: spread of odontogenic infection and dry socket
   • Foundations: mandibular fractures, the TMJ and oral mucosal lesions

   Sample question

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   Which radiographic sign on a panoramic radiograph is most strongly associated with direct contact between a mandibular third molar root and the inferior alveolar canal?

   AWidened periodontal ligament spaceBHypercementosis of the root apexCDiversion of the inferior alveolar canalDThickened, corticated canal roof

   Keys: 1–5 or A–E to choose, Enter to check and continue, F to mark.

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2. 02Infections140 questions · 14.6 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Odontogenic infection: microbiology, stages and fascial spaces
   • Managing odontogenic infection: airway, drainage and antibiotics
   • Life-threatening spread, osteomyelitis and chronic infections
   • Maxillary sinus, salivary gland and specific infections
   • Antibiotic prophylaxis and stewardship in oral surgery
   • Foundations: extraction forceps and impacted third molars
   • Foundations: spread of odontogenic infection and dry socket
   • Foundations: mandibular fractures, the TMJ and oral mucosal lesions

   Sample question

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   A lower second molar apex lies below the attachment of the mylohyoid muscle. If an abscess perforates the lingual cortex, which space will it enter first?

   ASublingual spaceBSubmental spaceCSubmandibular spaceDBuccal space

   Keys: 1–5 or A–E to choose, Enter to check and continue, F to mark.

   MarkCheck answer
3. 03Trauma140 questions · 14.6 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Initial assessment and mandibular fractures
   • Midface, zygoma, orbit and nasoethmoidal fractures
   • Dentoalveolar trauma: avulsion, luxation and root fractures
   • Principles of fracture fixation, bone healing and complications
   • Paediatric facial fractures, soft tissue injuries and frontal sinus

   Sample question

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   According to Champy, where should a single miniplate be placed for a simple mandibular angle fracture?

   AExternal oblique ridge (superior border)BAlong the inferior border of the angleCOn the lingual cortex of the angle regionDOn the posterior border of the ramus, high

   Keys: 1–5 or A–E to choose, Enter to check and continue, F to mark.

   MarkCheck answer
4. 04Cysts & tumours140 questions · 14.6 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Odontogenic cysts and non-odontogenic jaw lesions: recognise, aspirate, treat
   • Odontogenic tumours, giant cell lesions and fibro-osseous lesions
   • Oral cancer, salivary tumours and jaw necrosis (MRONJ and ORN)
   • Biopsy principles, potentially malignant disorders and the neck
   • Reconstruction of the jaws: grafts and flaps

   Sample question

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   Which is the most common malignant salivary gland tumour?

   AMucoepidermoid carcinomaBAdenoid cystic carcinomaCAcinic cell carcinomaDPolymorphous adenocarcinoma

   Keys: 1–5 or A–E to choose, Enter to check and continue, F to mark.

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5. 05TMJ & orthognathic200 questions · 20.8 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Temporomandibular disorders: DC/TMD diagnosis and conservative care
   • Surgical TMJ disease: arthrocentesis to joint replacement, ankylosis, dislocation and condylar disorders
   • Orthognathic surgery, distraction osteogenesis and stability
   • Cleft lip and palate: embryology, classification and team care
   • Craniofacial syndromes, craniosynostosis and facial asymmetry

   Sample question

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   According to the DC/TMD, which examination finding is required for a diagnosis of myalgia?

   ACrepitus heard on opening and closingBFamiliar pain on muscle palpationCClicking visible on a CBCT scan of the jointDDeviation on opening

   Keys: 1–5 or A–E to choose, Enter to check and continue, F to mark.

   MarkCheck answer
6. 06Medically compromised patient140 questions · 14.6 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Bleeding risk: anticoagulants, antiplatelets and bleeding disorders
   • Cardiovascular, endocrine, renal, pregnancy and other systemic conditions
   • Medical emergencies in the oral surgery setting
   • Conscious sedation and general anaesthesia for oral surgery
   • Patient safety, ethics and professionalism in oral surgery
7. 07Patient safety & professionalism60 questions · 6.3 % of the bank

   Chapters

   • Patient safety in oral and maxillofacial surgery
   • Professionalism and ethics in oral surgery

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