Almost a fifth of Island dentists are within five years of retirement age - or over it.
Health Minister Claire Christian gave the figures in a written response to a question from Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh.
She revealed four dentists are over 65 while another four are aged 60 and over, representing 18 per cent of the profession on the Island.
And she added Manx Care isn't worried about dentists retiring, but is concerned about recruiting salaried dentists.
Chief Minister 'shocked and saddened' by Ramsey death
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says he's shocked and saddened by a death in Ramsey this afternoon.
Police confirm one death after serious incident in Ramsey
Police say an investigation is underway and one person has been arrested after a death in Ramsey.
Ramsey street shut amid ongoing investigation
Police have closed a street in Ramsey as they investigate a serious incident earlier today.
Police dealing with a major incident in Ramsey
Police have confirmed they're currently dealing with a serious incident in Ramsey.
Wet weather cancels tonight's practice session
The Clerk of the Course has confirmed this evening's qualifying session has been cancelled.
Qualifying session could still run thanks to improved weather
An improving weather situation means there's a chance this evenings practice sessions will still 'get away'.
Police appeal for tram station damage witnesses
Police are investigating after someone damaged fencing at Laxey's tram station.
Party 'appalled' over minister's refusal to reveal school validation cost
Chair of the Liberal Vannin Party Paul Weatherall says the organisation is appalled after Education Minister Daphne Caine refused to answer a question about the cost of school validations.
