About this Program
The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is an Australian Government program that provides access to basic dental services, within a benefit cap, over a relevant two calendar year period. Services that receive a benefit under the CDBS include examinations, cleaning, x-rays, fissure sealing, fillings, root canals, extractions and partial dentures. The full list of services is available in the Dental Benefits Schedule. The Schedule includes an item number, description, benefit amount and applicable restrictions for each service. Services can be provided in a public or private setting. However, benefits are not available for orthodontics, cosmetic dental or any services provided in a hospital.
A child is eligible for the CDBS if they are:
• 0-17 years old for at least one day that calendar year;
• Eligible for Medicare; and
• Receive a payment from Services Australia at least once a year, or have a parent, carer or guardian who receives a payment from Services Australia at least once a year.