Bernard Allen
Question:283 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Health when insured workers and their spouses will be in a position to approach denturists directly to avail of their services.
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283 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Health when insured workers and their spouses will be in a position to approach denturists directly to avail of their services.
Under the 1985 Dentists Act, the Dental Council is empowered to devise and present a scheme for the establishment of denturists to the Minister for Health for approval. I have met with representatives of the Dental Council regarding the establishment of such a scheme for denturists as auxiliary dental workers and my Department are currently discussing the issues involved with the Dental Council.