Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick, Fine Gael)
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Question 546: To ask the Minister for Health the Health Service Executive's position in relation to the employment of orthodontic therapists; if the position adopted by the HSE here is in keeping with international best practice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25926/11]

Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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The Dental Council has established schemes for the recognition of grades of auxiliary dental workers, including Orthodontic Therapists. I understand that no such workers are currently registered with the Dental Council. The HSE intends to review the delivery of orthodontic services and all possible avenues in relation to internationally recognised models of good practice will be considered in that context.