Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Independent)
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430. To ask the Minister for Health if he will outline the immediate steps which are being taken to trace children who had second-hand braces fitted in view of the discovery that a Health Service Executive dentist was selling used orthodontic braces which were due for incineration on the black market into private practice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51681/13]

Alex White (Dublin South, Labour)
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The HSE became aware of this matter in 2009. It was investigated at that time and the practices referred to by the Deputy ceased. I have asked the HSE to advise me if there are any outstanding issues that may need to be addressed.