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The huge issue of the lack of public dentists

A lack of public dentists has led to nearly 360,000 appointments in the last five years being den...

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09.00 29 Jun 2026


The huge issue of the lack of public dentists


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09.00 29 Jun 2026


A lack of public dentists has led to nearly 360,000 appointments in the last five years being denied to children eligible for free dental care.   A Fianna Fail Senator is now calling for a €200 tax credit in the Budget for those who didn’t get treatment.   

Speaking to Claire with more on this was Fintan Hourihan the Chief Executive of the Irish Dental Association.  


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