Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 May 2015
120. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Health the dental treatments that are provided for under the free dental scheme for low-income families who have a general medical services card; and if he will provide an update on the matter. [18021/15]
View answerThe Dental Treatment Services Scheme (DTSS) provides access to dental treatment for adult medical card holders. The service is provided by contracted dentists. The HSE prioritises for treatment patients with special needs, high risk patients and those who have greater clinical needs. A free oral examination every calendar year and free emergency dental treatment with a focus on relief of pain and sepsis are available to all eligible patients, regardless of their medical condition. This includes 2 fillings per year, all extractions, including surgical extractions, and a number of complex treatments.
