Dental ADEX CDCA UPDATED SCRIPT 2026
PRACTICE SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
● Explain 'ADEX Status' including the three required qualifications for
eligibility for a candidate. Answer: 1. PASS (75%+) Computer-simulated
exam
2. PASS (75%+) Patent Treatment exam
3. Graduated an accredited hygiene program (CODA - Comm. on Dent.
Accred.)
● Explain the 18-month completion rule for successfully completing
both the patient-based and computer-based exams. Include the start date
of the 18 months and consequences for not completing both exams
during an 18-month period. Answer: You've got 18 months from the time
you take your 1st exam (PT or Computer) to complete both clinical
exams. If you don't complete both in 18 months, you must start over -
retaking both exams regardless if you passed one.
● Explain the 3-time failure rule including policy for retaking both parts
of the CDCA/ADEX Examination. Answer: Just like the 18 month rule,
if you fail any one exam 3x, you must start over & retake both exams,
regardless if you passed one.
● Discuss the time frame for completion of an online profile. Include
the website, verification timeline and reason for late fees. Answer:
, Create a profile online before registering for exams. Verification usually
takes 2-3 business days. A late fee ($250) may apply if you register less
than 6 weeks in advance of an exam. PTCE registration closes 3 weeks
prior to the exam.
● Explain the procedure for online creation of a Candidate Profile for
the CDCA/ADEX Examinations. Include the specifics for: *Steps 1
through 4.* Answer: Step 1 - Create your profile
Step 2 - Upload a photo (clear, recent 200-500 px square)
Step 3 - Upload required documents
Step 4 - Verification
Blue = info for you
Red = item requires attention
Yellow = optional
email - use personal (not school) email address
● Identify the qualifications for acceptable photos and the purpose and
use of photos during the exam. Answer: clear, recent, 200-500 px square,
no props, hats, full face.
● Explain the steps to register for individual and full examinations
including the time frame for registration, payment, late applications and
PRACTICE SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
● Explain 'ADEX Status' including the three required qualifications for
eligibility for a candidate. Answer: 1. PASS (75%+) Computer-simulated
exam
2. PASS (75%+) Patent Treatment exam
3. Graduated an accredited hygiene program (CODA - Comm. on Dent.
Accred.)
● Explain the 18-month completion rule for successfully completing
both the patient-based and computer-based exams. Include the start date
of the 18 months and consequences for not completing both exams
during an 18-month period. Answer: You've got 18 months from the time
you take your 1st exam (PT or Computer) to complete both clinical
exams. If you don't complete both in 18 months, you must start over -
retaking both exams regardless if you passed one.
● Explain the 3-time failure rule including policy for retaking both parts
of the CDCA/ADEX Examination. Answer: Just like the 18 month rule,
if you fail any one exam 3x, you must start over & retake both exams,
regardless if you passed one.
● Discuss the time frame for completion of an online profile. Include
the website, verification timeline and reason for late fees. Answer:
, Create a profile online before registering for exams. Verification usually
takes 2-3 business days. A late fee ($250) may apply if you register less
than 6 weeks in advance of an exam. PTCE registration closes 3 weeks
prior to the exam.
● Explain the procedure for online creation of a Candidate Profile for
the CDCA/ADEX Examinations. Include the specifics for: *Steps 1
through 4.* Answer: Step 1 - Create your profile
Step 2 - Upload a photo (clear, recent 200-500 px square)
Step 3 - Upload required documents
Step 4 - Verification
Blue = info for you
Red = item requires attention
Yellow = optional
email - use personal (not school) email address
● Identify the qualifications for acceptable photos and the purpose and
use of photos during the exam. Answer: clear, recent, 200-500 px square,
no props, hats, full face.
● Explain the steps to register for individual and full examinations
including the time frame for registration, payment, late applications and
