John Gormley
Ceist:245 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for Health and Children the method used for measuring dental fluorosis here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27223/00]
Written Answers. - Dental Health.
Dental surveys in Ireland use two indices to measure dental fluorosis and developmental defects in enamel. The most widely used index is Deans Index of Enamel. The Developmental Defects of Enamel, DDE, is also used. A new photographic method is being developed for use in Ireland.