Why is dental care still a costly burden for most New Zealanders?

The high cost of dental care leaves many Kiwis with decaying teeth or massive loans to pay back.

The poorest members of our society are invariably the worst affected.

Now a new petition, backed by the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists, is calling for dental care to be free for all.

But how much would this cost the country? And is there any hope of politicians getting on board to support the cause?
 
Today, Sarah Dalton, executive director at the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists, explains to Damien why she’s calling for change to our healthcare system.

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