Only 10 dentists across Galway accepting new medical card patients

Galway Bay fm newsroom - The Dáil has heard there are now only 10 dentists across Galway accepting new patients under the Dental Treatment Service Scheme.

Raising the matter, Deputy Mairead Farrell said patients with medical cards are facing serious difficulties in getting treatment.

She said there are just 24 dentists participating in the DTSS scheme in Galway - and only 10 are currently accepting new patients.

Speaking in response, Minister Mary Butler acknowledged ongoing difficulties nationwide - but said progress on addressing the situation is being made.

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