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Orthodontic treatment is available via the HSE. The criteria used to determine whether a child qualifies for treatment in the HSE is determined by a nationally agreed eligibility criteria that is used in many countries that fund public Orthodontics. Treatment waiting lists can vary from region to region but can also vary depending on the severity and type of Orthodontic problem. The best advice is to first contact your local HSE clinic who can refer you for an eligibility assessment in one of the HSE Orthodontic clinics. The majority of dentists who carry out Orthodontic treatment within the HSE are fully qualified Orthodontists. In some areas the HSE employs dentists who have not undergone Orthodontic training. We would advise you to ask and check that your clinician is appropriately qualified as an Orthodontist and is registered as a Specialist by the Dental Council of Ireland before starting treatment
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