HC Deb 14 March 1983 vol 39 cc58-9W
Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many dental hygienists are now being trained each year; and if he will make available additional resources to increase the number.

Mr. Geoffrey Finsberg

In 1982, 190 dental hygiene students sat the examination for the certificate of proficiency in dental hygiene and in 1983 it is expected that 200 will sit.