Hello future dentists,
I’m Dr. Sehar, and if you’re in the middle of your INBDE prep course, you already know that the exam is about much more than just memorizing facts.
You need to think like a clinician, apply your knowledge, and make patient-centered decisions. That’s exactly what today’s blog is about.
Below, I’m sharing 5 free INBDE-style sample questions—straight from the style I use in my INBDE mock exams. These questions reflect the real tone, format, and reasoning the actual exam demands.
Let’s see how you do—and I’ll explain each answer to help you learn, not just guess.
Every successful student I’ve coached uses practice-based learning to:
That’s why my INBDE prep course includes:
Sample Question 1: Ethics
A patient with moderate periodontal disease refuses scaling and root planing and requests antibiotics only. What is the most appropriate course of action?
A. Respect their request and prescribe antibiotics
B. Discharge the patient from care
C. Educate the patient and revisit treatment options
D. Inform them they must follow your treatment plan
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The INBDE frequently tests ethical professionalism. Patient autonomy is key—but so is patient education. Your role is to inform, clarify, and recommend—not to demand or abandon care.
Sample Question 2: Oral Pathology
A 17-year-old presents with a well-demarcated white lesion on the lateral border of the tongue that cannot be scraped off. The most likely diagnosis is:
A. Candidiasis
B. Leukoplakia
C. Lichen planus
D. Squamous cell carcinoma
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: This is a classic presentation of leukoplakia, especially if it’s non-scrapable and well-demarcated. This question style appears often in INBDE mock exams and tests visual recall + diagnostic application.
Sample Question 3: Pharmacology
Which of the following medications is contraindicated in a patient taking lithium?
A. Acetaminophen
B. Amoxicillin
C. Ibuprofen
D. Lidocaine
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: NSAIDs like ibuprofen can increase serum lithium levels and lead to toxicity. This is a high-yield point often covered in my INBDE study materials under drug interactions.
Sample Question 4: Clinical Decision-Making
A 40-year-old diabetic patient with poor glycemic control presents for an extraction. What should be your first step?
A. Proceed with extraction under local anesthesia
B. Defer extraction and refer to endocrinologist
C. Check most recent HbA1c and review medical clearance
D. Administer prophylactic antibiotics and proceed
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: INBDE often focuses on prioritizing safe care. Before treatment, assess risk by reviewing labs and coordinating care—especially for compromised patients.
This is the kind of logic we train weekly in my one-on-one INBDE prep course.
Sample Question 5: EBD & Clinical Research
Which of the following statements about p-values is correct?
A. A p-value of 0.08 indicates strong statistical significance
B. A p-value of 0.04 means the null hypothesis should be rejected
C. A p-value reflects the sample size of a study
D. A high p-value confirms the alternative hypothesis
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A p-value < 0.05 is generally accepted as statistically significant, meaning you reject the null hypothesis. This concept is a favorite in both EBD and INBDE mock exams.
Each of these questions targets:
In my full INBDE prep course, students receive:
Plus, we build your confidence with:
In our call, we’ll:
Let’s take the guesswork out of your preparation—and replace it with strategy.
I recommend at least 2–3 full mocks in the last month before your exam—plus weekly mini-mocks throughout your prep.
Yes. I design all practice material to reflect the tone, complexity, and structure of real INBDE exam items.
Absolutely. My resources cover all major sections, including path, pharm, ethics, EBD, and clinical cases.
Yes! Book a free orientation, and I’ll share access to a bonus question set with personalized walkthroughs.
The INBDE isn’t about trick questions—it’s about clinical thinking, ethics, and clarity. And every question you practice should sharpen those skills.
If you found these helpful, imagine what you’ll accomplish with:
Book your free orientation today and let’s start building your INBDE success—one question at a time.With clarity and confidence,
Dr. Sehar
Your INBDE/ADAT/AFK Prep Course Mentor & Exam Strategy Coach
