NHS Dentists

Part of 2. Questions to the Minister for Health and Social Services – in the Senedd at 2:59 pm on 29 September 2021.

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Photo of Jane Dodds Jane Dodds Liberal Democrat 2:59, 29 September 2021

Diolch yn fawr iawn, Gweinidog. Dentistry remains one of the most difficult areas of primary care delivery right at the moment—respiratory issues in the pandemic time. Also, on top of that, there have been long-standing issues relating to the provision of NHS dentistry. I've put out a survey and heard back from around 350 people across mid and west Wales concerning the situation with regard to NHS dentistry, particularly in the Llandrindod Wells area. This is a long-running issue, and I'm sure we're looking at a longer term solution to that, but, whilst that's happening, I just wonder if it's worth exploring more innovative solutions whilst the long-term reform is under way. For example, Machynlleth residents have been able to access dental services via a mobile dental suite. Would you agree that a roll-out of similar schemes across rural Wales could potentially offer a short-term solution to this crisis in the provision of NHS dentistry, and, if so, how could we take this forward in an area such as Llandrindod Wells? Diolch yn fawr iawn.