John Brassil (Kerry, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

At my weekly clinics and so on throughout County Kerry, I am visited at least once a month by constituents with young children. Apart from the issue of dental health and concern, there is a significant psychological attachment for young people, given that they are often image conscious. It is not only about healthy teeth but also about one's well-being. When assessing the urgency of a case, it needs to be taken into consideration, although I am sure it has been, that young people are far more conscious of their self-image than they were in the past.