Written answers

Wednesday, 18 September 2013

Department of Health

Orthodontic Services Waiting Lists

Photo of Tom FlemingTom Fleming (Kerry South, Independent)
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1294. To ask the Minister for Health if he will address the unacceptable long waiting times for routine orthodontic treatment for patients in County Kerry that now stands at three and a half years; the action he will take to rectify the situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36961/13]

Photo of Alex WhiteAlex White (Dublin South, Labour)
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The HSE has commissioned an independent review of orthodontic services. The outcome of this review, which is near completion, will give guidance as to what changes will be desirable to provide the best possible model of care delivery, given the current resources available and future demand for services.

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