Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 December 2023
336. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Health if the eleven-year-old son of a person (details supplied) qualifies for dental benefit/assistance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54415/23]
View answerOral healthcare services for all children up to 16 years of age are provided by the Public Dental Service of the Health Service Executive (HSE) through its dental clinics.
Services provided to children by the HSE include oral health screening and necessary treatment for children at ages corresponding to second class in primary school, sixth class, and, subject to capacity, fourth class. Urgent (emergency) care for children up to 16 years of age is also provided, by appointment only. Urgent care can address uncontrolled bleeding, severe pain, trauma, abnormal tissue, abscess and swelling.
The HSE Dental Office for Kildare and West Wicklow can be reached at: HSE Dental Office, Vista Primary Care, Naas, Co Kildare, W91 DX53. Phone: 045 920 868.
The Newbridge Dental Clinic can be reached at: Newbridge Health Centre, Henry Street, Newbridge, Co Kildare, W12KV12. Phone: 045 446 373.
