Dentists warn of 'clear divide' between people accessing private dentistry and those in public care

Dental screening in schools was also missed by almost half the children eligible due to a critical shortage of dentists.

There is now “a clear divide” between people who can afford private dentistry and those facing delays in public care, the Irish Dental Association (IDA) has warned.

Children and adults with disabilities waiting for care under general anesthesia face delays of two years or more, including in areas across Munster.