Pearse Doherty (Donegal, Sinn Fein)
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801. To ask the Minister for Health his plans to expand the range of dental services for persons with special needs; if his attention has been drawn to concerns from dentists on the lack of dental services and related supports which are available to persons with physical and intellectual disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19252/17]

Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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The National Oral Health Policy which is being led by the Chief Dental Officer in the Department will inform future provision of dental services. The project, which includes a needs assessment, a review of resources and involves consultation with stakeholders, including dental professionals and the public, is due to be completed later this year.