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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Lynch

People pulling out own teeth due to lack of NHS dental care, ministers warned

PA Wire

People are resorting to DIY dentistry because they are unable to get NHS care for their teeth, ministers have been warned.

Labour MP Cat Smith told the Commons that one constituent had even placed teeth he had pulled from his mouth on the table in front of her as they met to discuss delays in dental care.

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