Prateek Biyani; 2021; Wiley; £31.95; pp. 160; ISBN: 978-1-119-70235-1

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Single best answer questions for dentistry by Prateek Biyani is a comprehensive guide to the questions often faced by those sitting the MFDS, MJDF, ORE and final examinations. This book also has a partner website, Examine Dental, which features multiple resources covering a wide range of topics. These resources include quizzes, webinars and 1-1 coaching sessions which are also relevant for students and those preparing for DFT and DCT interviews. Though there are free taster quizzes, higher resources are available at reasonable prices, starting at £15 per month.

The book gives a structured breakdown of questions relevant for examinations, which have been organised into clear categories across nine key study areas, including topics fundamental to clinical dentistry, human disease and orthodontics. The book features over 280 'single best answer' questions, along with answers and a clear, succinct explanation of the question. The format allows for self-examination, as well as guidance for further learning. This book would be most relevant for those preparing for dental school examinations, and the part 1 MJDF, MFDS and ORE papers.

The Examine Dental website puts a friendly and knowledgeable face to revision and seems to understand its target audience well, onboarding student and early year ambassadors and promoting their Instagram page. The website itself is well laid out, accessible and covers an even wider variety of topics, including DFT/DCT scenarios, OSCE preparation and mock examinations. Examine Dentalalso offers access to coaching events, which provides a more personalised service. The variety of mediums used and topics covered makes their website accessible to a wider range of students and would be a valuable addition for those preparing for interviews, as well as examinations. However, I do feel that more specific content covering the 'law and ethics' aspect of the ORE examinations, DFT and DCT interviews would be a valuable addition to either the book or website.

Overall, Dr Biyani has put together excellent recourses; the content is comprehensive, engaging and would help any student overcome the daunting and often monotonous task of revision!

Sophie Fleming