The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a program provided by the Australian Government and administered through Medicare. It helps cover the cost of basic dental services for children aged 0 to 17 who are eligible. Under the program, each eligible child can receive up to $1,158 in benefits over two consecutive calendar years.
What Does the CDBS Cover?
The CDBS covers basic dental services including checkups, cleans, x-rays, fillings, extractions and root canal treatments. Orthodontic work, cosmetic dental services or hospital-based treatment are not covered.
CDBS Eligibility
Eligible children meet all of the following criteria:
- They are aged 0 to 17 for at least one day of the calendar year
- They are eligible for Medicare
- Your family receives certain Australian Government payments such as Family Tax Benefit Part A or a relevant income support payment
At the beginning of each calendar year, Services Australia evaluates eligibility. If your child qualifies, you will receive a notification by post or through your myGov account. You can also check your child's eligibility and remaining balance through the Express Plus Medicare app or by calling Services Australia on 132 011.
Using the CDBS at Hampton Park Dental
When you book your child’s next appointment, ask our team whether they can use their CDBS benefits at Hampton Park Dental. We can check your child's CDBS eligibility and balance on the spot.