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Practices could quit medical card scheme over PPE concerns, says IDA

The Irish Dental Association (IDA) has warned that dental practices could withdraw from the medical card scheme following worries over PPE. The organisation says a lack of government action has ‘huge consequences’ for people across the country. CEO Mr Fintan Hourihan said the delay in crucial equipment means dentists are having to reconsider their participation in the … Continued

Concerns over PPE as reopening plans revealed for Northern Ireland

Dentists are warning that progress in the progression could stall due to shortages in personal protective equipment (PPE).  The Department of Health confirmed phase two for the resumption of dental services in Northern Ireland will kickstart on Monday 29 June. This phase will allow dentists and other dental professionals to provide non-urgent face-to-face care. And phase three – which … Continued