The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a Medicare funded program providing up to $1132 worth of dental treatment for eligible children aged 0-17 over two calendar years.
Families who hold a Health Care Card, receive a Centrelink payment or Family Tax Benefit A, may be eligible.
The dental services covered by CDBS include:
- Dental check up
- Cleaning
- X-rays
- Fillings
- Fissure sealants
- Extractions.
What is not covered?
- Orthodontics (such as braces, clear aligners or plates)
- Treatment under general anaesthetic
- Cosmetic dental treatment (such as teeth whitening)
- Mouthguards.
Patient handouts/practice resources:
Child Dental Benefits Schedule factsheet
