§ Mr. Terry Davisasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what guidance has been issued by his Department regarding the frequency of dental examinations for patients in long-stay hospitals.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeDepartmental guidance makes clear that health authorities are responsible for the dental care, including comprehensive treatment, of all long-stay70W hospital inpatients. It is for health authorities and responsible dental consultants to decide the frequency with which patients require dental examinations.