Dental Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 July 2020

Tuesday, 28 July 2020

Questions (1027)

Patricia Ryan

Question:

1027. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Health if he will engage with an association (details supplied) on the cost of personal protective equipment to prevent dentists withdrawing from the dental treatment service scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18747/20]

Written answers

Minister for Health

My Department, in conjunction with the HSE, is examining the issue of the provision of PPE across all parts of the health service, including dental health service contractors.

Officials in my Department are engaging with the Irish Dental Association on this and other matters on an ongoing basis.