DDMFR Part A
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Purpose of assessment
The Diploma in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology (DDMFR) exam is a requirement for satisfactory completion of specialist training in dental and maxillofacial radiology. It examines candidates on all aspects of dental and maxillofacial radiology against the curriculum. The Part A exam also addresses the basic sciences of physics, anatomy and techniques.
Structure
The DDMFR Part A comprises two modules. The anatomy module consists of a written paper and an image viewing component. The radiological sciences and techniques module consists of a written paper only. The exam is normally held in March and September each year.
Entry requirements
Candidates who have passed the Physics module of the First FRCR exam in Clinical Radiology are permitted to enter the DDMFR Part A exam once a minimum 12 months of accredited dental and maxillofacial radiology training has been completed.
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Dates, fees and venues
Exam dates
| Date |
|---|
| Module 1 & Module 2 - Tuesday 9 September 2025 |
Booking and results dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| UK trainee & member bookings from | Tuesday 6 May 2025 |
| Non-member bookings from | Monday 12 May 2025 |
| Bookings closing date | Friday 11 July 2025 |
| Results publication date | Friday 19 September 2025 |
Venues and fees
UK
| Venue | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| London | Members: £276 - £300 per module | Non-members: £399 per module |
Exam dates
| Date |
|---|
| Module 1 & Module 2 - Tuesday 3 March 2026 |
Booking and results dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| UK trainee & member bookings from | TBC |
| Non-member bookings from | TBC |
| Bookings closing date | TBC |
| Results publication date | TBC |
Venues and fees
UK
| Venue | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| London | Members: TBC | Non-members: TBC |
Exam dates
| Date |
|---|
| Module 1 & Module 2 - Tuesday 8 September 2026 |
Booking and results dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| UK trainee & member bookings from | TBC |
| Non-member bookings from | TBC |
| Bookings closing date | TBC |
| Results publication date | TBC |
Venues and fees
UK
| Venue | Member fee | Non-member fee |
|---|---|---|
| London | Members: TBC | Non-members: TBC |
Candidate resources
DDMFR Part A - purpose of assessment statement
The DDMFR Part A Examination assesses the candidates’ knowledge of head and neck anatomy, radiological sciences and techniques in two separate modules.
DDMFR Part A - guidance notes for candidates
Guidance for candidates sitting the DDMFR exams in dental and maxillofacial radiology.
DDMFR Part A - scoring system
Details of the scoring system used in the DDMFR exams in dental and maxillofacial radiology.
DDMFR Part A - suggested reading list
A suggested reading list prepared as a guide for candidates and their trainers.
DDMFR Part A - sample questions - anatomy module
Sample questions to help candidates prepare for the DDMFR Part A anatomy module.
DDMFR Part A - sample questions - radiological sciences and techniques module
Sample questions to help candidates prepare for the DDMFR Part A radiological science module.
Guidance on image-based exam delivery
An interactive demonstration and video showing how to use the exam platform Assess.
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Find out more about our FRCR exams in clinical radiology and clinical oncology, and DDMFR exams in dental and maxillofacial radiology.
