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IDA and IDU 2013 Annual Reports Published

Copies of the Annual Reports of the IDA and IDU can be viewed online.

Dentists say WHO directive on sugar is a wake-up call for young Irish people – and their parents

IDA reiterates call for public health warnings on soft drinks and food products 3 out of 4 Irish children suffering from tooth decay by the time they are 15

Dentists say WHO directive on sugar is a wake-up call for young Irish people – and their parents IDA reiterates call for public health warnings on soft drinks and food products.

3 out of 4 Irish children suffering from tooth decay by the time they are 15.

Dentists warn that halitosis may blow Valentine’s Day love away

One in four adults suffer from chronic bad breath

New dental health survey shows 80% of Irish adults believe their gums are healthy however 80% of Irish people have some form of gum disease.

New dental health survey shows most Irish adults believe their teeth and gums are healthy and look good.

Survey of dentists finds gaelic football is the sport which results in most dental injuries for children

New dental health survey shows 80% of Irish adults believe their gums are healthy however 80% of Irish people have some form of gum disease.

New dental health survey shows most Irish adults believe their teeth and gums are healthy and look good but one in four adults are visiting the dentist less often.

HSE Service Plan for 2014 - View it here

The HSE Service Plan for 2014 was published yesterday

Irish Dental Association seeks Employment / Communications Officer

Public dental service failing school children, special needs patients and teenagers

A leading representative of the Irish Dental Association has described the impact of staff shortages on the public dental service as simply unacceptable for a first world country.