MOHAP Endodontics Exam 2026: Eligibility & MCQs

MOHAP Endodontics Exam Quick Summary

The MOHAP (UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention) Endodontics exam is a specialist-track licensing exam for dentists seeking to practice Endodontics across the Northern Emirates. Depending on your credential review, MOHAP may require a written Prometric MCQ exam, an oral/viva exam, or both.

MOHAP UAE Endodontics Specialty Exam

The Ministry of Health & Prevention (MOHAP) administers this specialty exam for dentists seeking to practice Endodontics across the Northern Emirates — Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. Endodontics covers the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the dental pulp and periapical tissues, including root canal therapy, endodontic surgery, and trauma management. This exam confirms readiness to practice at the specialist level under MOHAP's own clinical, safety, and ethics standards. Review the general dentist eligibility framework on our MOHAP Dentist qualification & experience requirements page.

Eligibility criteria for the MOHAP Endodontics exam

Based on MOHAP's general framework for dental specialists, candidates are generally expected to meet the following:

Primary dental degree: A recognized BDS, DDS, DMD, or equivalent dental degree from an institution listed on the Avicenna database.
Specialization in Endodontics: A recognized postgraduate qualification — Master's degree, Diploma, or equivalent — specifically in Endodontics, from an accredited institution.
Post-specialization clinical experience: A minimum period of clinical practice in Endodontics after your specialist qualification — MOHAP's general specialist framework applies a similar structure to other tracks, so confirm your exact requirement once your file is opened.
Valid license & Good Standing Certificate: An active license to practice dentistry in your home country (or country of last employment), plus a Certificate of Good Standing.
DataFlow Primary Source Verification: All educational, professional, and licensing documents must be verified through DataFlow before your application proceeds — the outcome of this review also determines your exam format (see below).

MOHAP Endodontics exam exemption criteria

Possible exam exemption
Dentists who have already passed a recognized international or regional licensing exam — such as USMLE, PLAB, DHA, DOH, or NCLEX — combined with an active international license and board certification, may be considered for exemption from sitting the MOHAP exam again. Exemption is evaluated case-by-case, and a mismatch between your certified specialty and the one you're applying for is a common reason for rejection. Confirm your own eligibility directly with MOHAP and review the full criteria on our MOHAP exam exemption page.

MOHAP Endodontics exam syllabus

The exam draws from ten core subject areas covering the diagnosis and management of pulp and periapical conditions:

  • Dental pulp and periapical tissues
  • Endodontic pain and emergencies
  • Primary endodontic treatment procedures
  • Endodontic failures and retreatment
  • Endodontic surgeries
  • Dental trauma
  • Regenerative endodontic procedures
  • Endo-perio lesions
  • Management of medically compromised patients
  • Endodontic pharmacology
MOHAP Endodontics study material & questions
Official past papers aren't released publicly, but our Qbank compiles 200+ high-yield recall-based questions covering endodontic procedures, retreatment, and root canal therapy.

MOHAP Endodontics exam format

Written + possible oral
Prometric MCQ, plus an oral/viva if required
Case-by-case
Format decided after DataFlow/document review
3 attempts
General MOHAP attempt policy

Unlike the MOHAP General Dentist exam, which is a fixed 150-question written MCQ test, the Endodontics specialist track's format is decided case-by-case: MOHAP may require a written Prometric exam, an oral/viva exam, or both, depending on the outcome of your DataFlow and document review. Because interface.edu.pk and other sources don't yet agree on a single fixed MCQ count, duration, or passing score specific to Endodontics, treat these as unconfirmed for this specialty and verify your specific exam format directly with MOHAP once your file is opened. See our MOHAP exam registration guide for the full application-to-exam process.

How to prepare for the MOHAP Endodontics exam

Master pulp diagnosis
Be precise on reversible vs. irreversible pulpitis, and pulpal vs. periapical diagnoses — a heavily tested area in both written and oral formats.
Drill radiograph interpretation
Practice reading working-length, obturation quality, and root canal morphology on radiographs.
Know trauma protocols
Review avulsion, luxation, and root fracture management timelines — a recurring high-yield topic.
Prepare to explain your reasoning aloud
Since an oral/viva component is possible, practice verbally justifying your diagnosis and treatment plan, not just selecting an MCQ answer.

Sample Practice MCQs

Test your knowledge with these original clinical scenario-style questions. Tap a question to reveal the answer.

> A patient reports sharp pain to cold that lingers for over a minute after the stimulus is removed, with no spontaneous pain. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Answer: Symptomatic irreversible pulpitis.

Explanation: Lingering pain to cold beyond a few seconds is the classic feature distinguishing irreversible from reversible pulpitis, which typically resolves within seconds of stimulus removal.
> A permanent maxillary central incisor with an open apex requires root canal treatment. Which material is preferred to create an apical barrier?
Answer: Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA).

Explanation: MTA is the preferred material for apexification/apical barrier formation in immature permanent teeth due to its biocompatibility and reliable seal, largely replacing long-term calcium hydroxide apexification.
> A permanent tooth is avulsed and reimplanted within 30 minutes with the periodontal ligament kept viable. What is the recommended splinting duration?
Answer: A flexible splint for 2 weeks.

Explanation: Current trauma guidelines (IADT) recommend a short-duration flexible splint (about 2 weeks) after reimplantation with a viable periodontal ligament, to allow physiological healing rather than ankylosis.

MOHAP Endodontics exam application process

  1. Verify you meet the eligibility criteria above
  2. Create a UAE Pass account — a UAE-wide digital identity used to access government and healthcare licensing portals
  3. Create a MOHAP account and submit your evaluation request with supporting documents — see our MOHAP exam registration guide
  4. Pay the evaluation service fee and complete DataFlow Primary Source Verification
  5. Receive your eligibility ID and exam-format decision (written, oral, or both) from MOHAP
  6. Book your exam through Prometric once your eligibility ID is issued
  7. Apply for your MOHAP dental license after passing

See the full, itemized MOHAP exam fee breakdown for current registration, DataFlow, and Prometric costs — fees can change, so confirm the latest figures directly with MOHAP before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

> Is the MOHAP Endodontics exam written, oral, or both?
It can be either, or both. Unlike the MOHAP General Dentist exam, which is a fixed written MCQ test, the Endodontics specialist track's format is decided by MOHAP case-by-case, based on the outcome of your DataFlow and document review.
> What is the passing score for the MOHAP Endodontics exam?
A confirmed, Endodontics-specific passing score isn't consistently published across sources for this specialty track. Confirm your specific passing requirement directly with MOHAP once your exam format is determined.
> Can Endodontics specialists be exempted from the MOHAP exam?
Possibly, if you've already passed a recognized international licensing exam such as USMLE, PLAB, DHA, or DOH, combined with an active international license and board certification. Exemption is evaluated case-by-case — see our MOHAP exemption criteria page.
> How much experience do I need to sit the MOHAP Endodontics exam?
You'll generally need a recognized postgraduate qualification in Endodontics plus a period of post-specialization clinical experience. The exact threshold depends on your qualifying country and institution tier — confirm your specific case once your MOHAP file is opened.

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