Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 July 2018
669. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Health when the national dental health plan will be published; the reason it has taken so long to update the 1994 dental health programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30849/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraA new National Oral Health Policy is currently being finalised and I expect it will be published later this year.
The aim of the policy is to develop a model of care that will enable preventative approaches to be prioritised, improve access, and support interventions appropriate to current and future oral health needs.
The development of the policy has involved a number of working groups and detailed research and surveys and analysis of research findings. It has included a needs assessment, a review of resources and involved consultation with stakeholders, including dental professionals and the public.
