Written answers

Wednesday, 6 November 2013

Department of Health

Orthodontic Services Waiting Lists

Photo of Mattie McGrathMattie McGrath (Tipperary South, Independent)
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165. To ask the Minister for Health the action he will take to address the crisis in obtaining orthodontic treatment for children in the south east who on average are waiting three and a half years before they are seen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47225/13]

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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