§ Ms. Janet AndersonTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many practising orthodontists work in the NHS in each health authority area in England.
§ Dr. MawhinneyAny dentist who has the necessary facilities, experience or expertise may provide orthodontic treatment.
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§ Ms Janet AndersonTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if she will list the average waiting time for orthodontic treatment for each health authority area in England.
§ Dr. MawhinneyA full comparison of average in-patient and day case waiting times for the orthodontic specialty is not possible because health authorities may record orthodontic treatment under different categories, for example, out-patient activity or general surgery.