The Dáil has heard that the medical card dental scheme is "falling apart" in Galway.
The issue has been raised repeatedly in recent years, as card holders struggle to find a dentist with availability.
The core problem is a lack of dentists participating in the scheme - which means those that are, are often completely full.
Government has taken some measures, including increased fees, to tackle the situation, with limited results.
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Deputy Eamon O' Cuiv says at a time of unprecedented wealth, it's unacceptable that people are left to suffer.
