Mr. Fintan Hourihan:

It would be fair to say that there are many areas of dentistry that are forgotten about. The area that probably resonates and features above all others in representations to politicians and parliamentary questions is orthodontics. It is clearly the one area in respect of which people can see the obvious connection between appearance and good dental health. Naturally enough, therefore, it will be the area where the focus is. Dentists say it is important to remember the foundations as well as what presents when you smile, but it is perfectly understandable that people regard orthodontics as important. If you cannot engage with people, go for a job interview or eat in comfort, and if you have to worry about how you will be received every time you meet a person, it is natural that you will say orthodontic care is critical.