Posts Tagged ‘HSE’

Investigation underway as children treated with drain cleaner instead of dental solution in County Clare

Investigation underway as children treated with drain cleaner instead of dental solution in County Clare

An investigation has been launched after children were treated with drain cleaning fluid instead of dental solution at a clinic in County Clare. More than 40 children were affected by the blunder, which occurred at a HSE-run practice in Ennis. It has emerged that 43 youngsters received treatment on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th October […]


Irish Dental Association Bemoans Closure Of Children’s Dental Clinic

Irish Dental Association Bemoans Closure Of Children’s Dental Clinic

The Irish Dental Association has complained about the decision to close a children’s dental facility at short notice. The children’s dental clinic at St James’ Hospital was closed at the start of October due to concerns about the safety of the premises; however, the IDA claims that alternative arrangements have not been made and children […]


Dental Waiting Times On The Rise In Ireland

Dental Waiting Times On The Rise In Ireland

Hundreds of dental patients in Ireland are being forced to join waiting lists for treatment, it has been confirmed. Recent statistics show that waiting lists in the country have increased, with young children, teenagers and patients with special needs the worst affected. President of the HSE Dental Surgeon Group, Iseult Bouarroudj, the increased waiting times […]