99 Mr. Morley asked the Minister for Health the number of children under 16 years of age on the dental waiting lists awaiting orthodontic treatment in each of the health board areas; and the approximate waiting time for patients on each health board list. [9838/96]

Limerick East): As the provision of orthodontic services to eligible persons is the statutory responsibility of the health boards. I have asked each health board to provide me with the information requested by the Deputy. I will write to the Deputy as soon as I have the complete information from the health boards.