Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 November 2013
168. Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a detailed report outlining the dental check-up services provided to children in each Health Service Executive clinic here; and the efforts he will make to ensure an improved and consistent service across all centres. [51217/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Public Dental Service of the HSE provides dental services for children up to 16 years of age and persons with special needs through its dental clinics. All HSE dental clinics prioritise emergency care for children up to 16 years of age, treatment for special needs patients and screening of children aged from 11 to 13 years, including referral for orthodontic services where necessary. Other services, including screening of children 6 to 8 years, are provided but may be deferred in clinics where there is pressure on resources. The HSE Public Dental Service has recently been re-structured. It is intended that the new arrangements will facilitate standardisation of services available nationally.
