The Irish Dental Association says that urgent direction is needed from the Government
A survey found that one fifth of respondents have already closed their practice in some form with a further 10% expecting to follow suit within the next fortnight
Over 40% are already restricted to emergency treatment only and nearly half of respondents estimate a fall of at least 90% in practice income
The dental association says dentists need a 'wide-ranging package of supports' in order to survive
