LDS (Licentiate in Dental Surgery (RCS England)) — Free Online Mock Test
Alternative GDC-recognised route to UK dental practice (RCS England-administered). Written paper (200 SBA) + Clinical Examination. · Official language: English.
Elite
United Kingdom
Medical Licensing
250 questions
420 min
50 distinct variants
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LDS section breakdown
The LDS mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. Inter-section breaks are enforced.
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Written Paper (200 SBA)
200 questions · 240 minutes · ~72 sec/question
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Clinical Examination (50 stations)
50 questions · 180 minutes · ~216 sec/question
LDS scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: LDS has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: LDS (% accuracy, pass mark per cohort).
How LDS is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
Tools available during the LDS exam
Wrexa Edge renders these tools inside the mock test exactly as they appear on the real LDS exam — same shortcuts, same behaviour.
LDS time strategy
With 250 questions in 420 minutes, you have about 101 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Written Paper (200 SBA)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Clinical Examination (50 stations)
Target ~216 sec/question. If a question takes more than 324 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
LDS topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of LDS, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Written Paper (200 SBA)
- Anatomy — Histology · 6
- OMFS — Trauma · 5
- Radiography — Safety · 4
- Prostho — Implants · 4
- Path — Cysts · 3
- Radiography — Views · 3
- Ortho — Classification · 3
- OMFS — Complications · 3
Clinical Examination (50 stations)
- Path — Cysts · 3
- Endodontics — Diagnosis · 2
- Endodontics — Irrigation · 2
- Operative — Cavity Classification · 2
- Operative — Composite · 2
- Operative — Cariology · 2
- Path — Tumours · 2
- Path — Salivary · 2
Sample LDS questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge LDS bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Written Paper (200 SBA) · Anatomy — Notation
Q1. Tooth notation under the Universal Numbering System (US): tooth #8 is the:
Why: Correct answer: D — Permanent maxillary right central incisor. Topic: Anatomy — Notation.
Clinical Examination (50 stations) · Periodontology — Classification
Q2. The 2017 World Workshop classification stages periodontitis (I-IV) primarily by:
Why: Correct answer: B — Interdental clinical attachment loss (CAL), radiographic bone loss, tooth loss due to perio, and complexity factors. Topic: Periodontology — Classification.
Written Paper (200 SBA) · Anatomy — Roots
Q3. How many roots does a normal maxillary first molar have?
Why: Correct answer: A — Three — two buccal (MB, DB) and one palatal. Topic: Anatomy — Roots.
Clinical Examination (50 stations) · Periodontology — Furcation
Q4. A "furcation involvement Grade II" (Glickman) indicates:
Why: Correct answer: C — Horizontal loss of supporting tissue into the furcation but the entrance is not through-and-through (cul-de-sac). Topic: Periodontology — Furcation.
Written Paper (200 SBA) · Anatomy — Histology
Q5. Enamel rod orientation near the dentinoenamel junction (DEJ) is generally:
Why: Correct answer: B — Perpendicular to the DEJ. Topic: Anatomy — Histology.
Clinical Examination (50 stations) · Periodontology — Maintenance
Q6. The recommended interval for periodontal supportive therapy (maintenance) in most periodontitis patients post-active treatment is:
Why: Correct answer: D — 3 months (every 3 months until biofilm control is demonstrably stable). Topic: Periodontology — Maintenance.
These are a handful of the 12500 unique LDS questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
LDS difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
Alternative GDC-recognised route to UK dental practice (RCS England-administered). Written paper (200 SBA) + Clinical Examination. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's LDS bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for LDS
Real test-day interface
Our vignette skin mirrors the actual LDS testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
12500 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first LDS mock starts in under a minute.
LDS study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — Written Paper (200 SBA), Clinical Examination (50 stations) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on Written Paper (200 SBA) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length LDS mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where LDS can take you
A strong LDS result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Clinical practice
A pass grants the licence required to practise and treat patients in your jurisdiction.
Residency & specialisation
Qualifies you for residency, postgraduate training and specialist certification.
Hospital & public health roles
Positions across hospitals, public-health services and research institutions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the LDS exam pattern?
- Licentiate in Dental Surgery (RCS England) contains 250 questions across 2 sections: Written Paper (200 SBA), Clinical Examination (50 stations). Total duration is 420 minutes (about 101 seconds per question).
- Does LDS have negative marking?
- No — LDS has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is LDS scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. LDS (% accuracy, pass mark per cohort).
- How can I practise LDS online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length LDS mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of LDS?
- LDS is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. Alternative GDC-recognised route to UK dental practice (RCS England-administered). Written paper (200 SBA) + Clinical Examination. · Official language: English.
- How long is the LDS exam?
- LDS runs for 420 minutes total across 2 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including mandatory inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in LDS?
- LDS is split into: Written Paper (200 SBA), Clinical Examination (50 stations). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Alternative GDC-recognised route to UK dental practice (RCS England-administered). Written paper (200 SBA) + Clinical Examination. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during LDS?
- Built-in lab values reference table (USMLE-style).
- Is the LDS test adaptive?
- No — LDS is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many LDS mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct LDS variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 12500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free LDS test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge LDS test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are LDS previous year question–style papers included?
- Every LDS mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 250-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free LDS mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's LDS mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the LDS mock test on mobile?
- Yes. LDS mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the LDS syllabus?
- The LDS syllabus maps to its 2 sections: Written Paper (200 SBA), Clinical Examination (50 stations). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for LDS?
- Eligibility for LDS — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic LDS practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the LDS exam and how should I prepare?
- Official LDS exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free LDS mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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