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Time for action

September 8, 2025 8:17 am Published by

Strategic planning and increased funding are needed urgently to address the dental services crisis

Positive pledges

March 12, 2025 4:57 pm Published by

The Irish Government has finally committed to improving the nation’s oral health, but it must still be held to account

A dentist checks a child's teeth from above.

A waiting game

July 8, 2024 7:56 am Published by

With the medical card scheme for dental treatments ‘close to collapse’, Ireland is anxiously awaiting the roll-out of its new oral health policy

Targeted action 

July 8, 2024 7:19 am Published by

As the Republic of Ireland awaits its new oral health policy, in Northern Ireland the plan is to focus on specific age groups

A modern green dental chair setup in a new practice.

IDA launches position paper

July 6, 2024 12:25 pm Published by

Five years after the launch of Ireland's 'Smile agus Sláinte' oral health policy, public dental services are still inadequate with over 13,000 awaiting surgery, according to the Irish Dental Association.

A woman – wearing a gardening apron – holds a large, fresh green lettuce head up to the camera

Chew on this

March 11, 2024 5:04 am Published by

Nitrates from leafy greens may improve oral health with fewer side effects compared to traditional mouthwashes and could help combat gum disease and tooth decay.

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