Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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To ask the Minister for Health if and when orthodontic treatment will be provided in the case of a person (details supplied) County Kildare who is suffering pain and discomfort and awaiting treatment at St. James’ Hospital, Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5044/13]

Alex White (Dublin South, Labour)
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The HSE provides orthodontic treatment to patients based on their level of clinical need. An individual's access to orthodontic treatment is determined against a set of clinical guidelines and priority is given to patients with greatest needs. The HSE has been asked to examine the specific query raised by the Deputy and to reply to him as soon as possible.