How to Pass ORE Part 2 & LDS: Exam Tips,

Preparation Courses and Essential Equipment

What Does ORE Part 2 Involve?

The Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) Part 2 assesses candidates across four areas:

• Dental Manikin

• OSCE

• Diagnosis and Treatment Planning (DTP)

• Medical Emergencies

Each component requires a different preparation approach. While the manikin examination requires

hands-on clinical practice, OSCE and DTP preparation require strong clinical reasoning, communication

and decision-making skills.

Before beginning your preparation, always check the latest official ORE guidance, as examination

requirements, equipment and materials can change between exam diets.

How to Pass ORE Part 2

1. Start With the Official Guidance

One of the biggest mistakes candidates can make is relying entirely on old notes, previous candidates'

experiences or social media groups. Start with the current official ORE Part 2 guidance and understand

exactly what is being assessed.

2. Practise, Don't Just Study

For the ORE 2 Dental Manikin examination, reading about a procedure isn't enough. You need to

physically practise the procedures until they become familiar. Repetition can help you improve your

hand skills, positioning, instrument handling and speed.

Try to practise under increasingly realistic conditions. Once you are comfortable with a procedure,

introduce a timer and practise completing it accurately within the available time.

3. Get Comfortable With the Equipment

Another useful ORE 2 exam tip is to become familiar with the instruments and materials you will be

using during your preparation. Knowing where everything is and how to use it means you can spend

less time thinking about the equipment and more time concentrating on your clinical technique.

A dedicated ORE 2 manikin setup can be particularly useful because it allows you to practise

repeatedly outside of a preparation course.

4. Don't Ignore the OSCE

The OSCE requires more than memorising answers. Practise explaining clinical procedures clearly,

obtaining consent, discussing treatment options and responding appropriately to patient scenarios.Ask a friend, colleague or fellow candidate to act as the patient and practise speaking through different

scenarios. This can help make your responses more natural and structured.

5. Practise DTP and Clinical Reasoning

For Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, focus on understanding why you would recommend a

particular treatment rather than simply memorising treatment plans.

Practise analysing cases systematically: History → Examination → Diagnosis → Treatment Options

→ Risks → Benefits → Patient Preferences → Maintenance.

6. Prepare for Medical Emergencies

Medical Emergencies is another area where candidates should practise rather than simply read. Know

your emergency protocols and practise working through scenarios systematically.

Should You Take an ORE 2 Preparation Course?

A good ORE 2 preparation course can be valuable, particularly for candidates who are unfamiliar with

the UK examination format.

• Hands-on manikin practice

• OSCE preparation

• Mock examinations

• DTP practice

• Medical emergency scenarios

• Feedback from experienced clinicians

• Guidance on examination technique

There are several UK providers offering ORE preparation and mock examinations. When comparing

courses, look beyond the number of teaching days. Consider how much actual hands-on practice you

receive, whether you receive individual feedback and whether the course reflects the current

examination guidance.

A course can give you direction, but consistent practice between courses is equally important.

Why Practising at Home Can Make a Difference

One of the biggest challenges during ORE Part 2 preparation is getting enough practical repetition.

You might attend a preparation course for several days, but your development doesn't stop when the

course ends. Being able to continue practising at home gives you the opportunity to repeat procedures,

work on your technique and improve your timing.

This is where having your own ORE 2 exam equipment can be useful. Instead of waiting for your next

course, you can create a dedicated ORE 2 practice setup at home and build regular practice into your

preparation schedule.

What Equipment Do You Need for ORE 2 Practice?Your exact requirements should always be checked against the latest official examination guidance.

However, an effective ORE 2 home practice setup may include equipment such as:

• Phantom head or manikin

• Dental unit

• High- and low-speed handpieces

• Hand instruments

• Frasaco teeth

• Dental burs

• Endodontic instruments

• Gutta-percha and paper points

• Restorative materials

• Impression materials

• Rubber dam equipment

• Suturing equipment

• Other clinical accessories

Having these items available allows you to recreate a structured clinical practice environment rather

than relying entirely on demonstrations or theoretical revision.

Dental Chrome: ORE 2 & LDS Exam Equipment

For candidates looking for ORE 2 exam equipment and LDS exam equipment, Dental Chrome

provides a range of products specifically aimed at dental examination preparation.

Its range includes ORE 2 manikin equipment, dental units, handpieces, hand instruments, burs,

endodontic materials, restorative materials, rubber dam kits and suture kits, as well as equipment

for OSCE preparation.

Dental Chrome also offers All-In-One ORE 2 and LDS 3 exam kits, bringing multiple essential

instruments and materials together for candidates who want to build a dedicated home-practice setup.

Practise for ORE 2 at Home With an All-In-One Kit

If you want to practise regularly outside of a preparation course, an All-In-One ORE 2 Kit can be a

convenient way to get started.

Dental Chrome's kit includes a range of equipment and materials for hands-on practice, including a

manikin head, dental unit, handpieces, hand instruments, burs, Frasaco teeth, endodontic

materials, restorative materials and additional accessories.

For candidates preparing for the LDS pathway, Dental Chrome also offers an All-In-One LDS 3 Exam

Kit.Having your equipment available at home means you can practise more consistently and focus on

improving your technique, speed and confidence.

ORE 2 & LDS Preparation: The Key Is Consistency

There is no single shortcut to passing the ORE Part 2 exam or LDS exam.

Official guidance + structured revision + hands-on practice + mock exams + feedback + time

management.

Don't leave practical preparation until the final weeks. Start early, practise regularly and gradually

increase the pressure by introducing timed sessions and realistic mock examinations.

And if you are building your own practice environment, having the right ORE 2 exam kit, LDS exam

equipment and clinical materials at home can make it much easier to turn preparation into a consistent

routine.

Ready to Build Your ORE 2 Practice Setup?

Explore Dental Chrome's range of ORE 2 exam equipment, LDS exam kits, manikin equipment,

dental instruments and clinical preparation materials and build a home-practice setup designed

around your exam preparation.