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Public dental system for children 'an absolute nightmare'

Children in Ireland are waiting up to 13 years to see a dentist. That's the stark warning from the Regional Group of independent TDs. It's bringing a motion before the Dáil later today, calling for the government to immediately reform the public dental...

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13.45 19 Jan 2023


Public dental system for children 'an absolute nightmare'


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13.45 19 Jan 2023


Children in Ireland are waiting up to 13 years to see a dentist. That's the stark warning from the Regional Group of independent TDs. It's bringing a motion before the Dáil later today, calling for the government to immediately reform the public dental system.

Have you experienced delays in getting a dental appointment?

Andrea was joined by Fintan Hourihan, Chief Executive of the Irish Dental Association, Dr Bernie Fee, Fee Dental Carrickmacross, Siobhan O’Neill White, Founder of Mams.ie and other listeners to discuss…


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