Support Your Kid's Oral Health with CDBS

Southside Friendly Dental Care accepts the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), making it easier for families to access essential dental care for eligible children.

CDBS Benefits

Understanding How the Child Dental Benefits Schedule Supports Families

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule provides eligible children with essential dental services. It covers treatments such as checkups, cleanings, and fillings, helping families manage the costs of routine dental care. This program makes it easier for kids to access treatments supporting healthy smiles. Southside Friendly Dental Care accepts CDBS, offering a welcoming environment where parents can confidently support their child’s dental health through this government-supported program.

Support Your Child's Dental Health
with CDBS

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule helps cover essential dental treatments for eligible children, reducing the cost of routine care. Contact us and discover affordable options for your child’s dental health care.

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Quick Guide to Use CDBS For Your Child's Healthier Smiles

Using the Child Dental Benefits Schedule at Southside Friendly Dental Care is simple. When scheduling an appointment, let the clinic know you’d like to use CDBS for your child’s visit. The clinic can check eligibility and available benefits directly with Medicare, so there’s no need to bring any documents. Parents can confirm treatment costs during the visit, making quality care accessible and affordable for their child’s dental needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs About Child Dental Benefits Schedule

How much funding is available through the CDBS program?

Under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, eligible children can receive up to $1,095 over two consecutive calendar years for basic dental services. This amount covers essential treatments such as checkups, cleanings, fillings, and extractions.

If the full amount is not used in the first year, the remaining balance is available in the second year. However, unused funds will expire at the end of the two-year period.

Who is eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?

The eligibility for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is based on specific criteria. Children must be between 0 and 17 years old for at least one day of the calendar year and eligible for Medicare.

Additionally, either the child or a parent/guardian must receive specific government payments, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A or other eligible Centrelink payments, at least once during the calendar year.

What dental services are covered under CDBS?

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule funds essential dental services that support children’s oral health. Covered services include routine checkups, cleanings, X-rays, fissure sealants, and fillings.

If needed, more complex treatments, such as root canals and extractions, are also covered. These services focus on preventive and general care, promoting healthy development and addressing common dental issues early.

Certain services, however, are not covered under CDBS. Exclusions include orthodontic work, cosmetic treatments, and dental services performed in a hospital setting. This program offers accessible, fundamental care to support children’s dental health and provides families with affordable options for essential treatments.

How can I check my child’s remaining CDBS balance?

You can check your child’s remaining CDBS balance with these simple steps:

Online via myGov:
If your Medicare account is linked to myGov, sign in, select Medicare, then go to “History and statements,” and choose “Child Dental Benefits Schedule.”
Call the Medicare program line:
Contact Medicare directly to check the remaining balance over the phone.
Ask at the clinic.
Southside Friendly Dental Care can help confirm your child’s available balance during an appointment.

These options provide quick access to balance information, helping you plan for upcoming treatments.

What happens if my child’s treatment costs exceed the CDBS limit?

If your child’s dental treatment costs exceed the CDBS funding limit of $1,095 within the two-year period, you will be responsible for any additional costs.

Southside Friendly Dental Care will inform you when your child’s CDBS balance is nearing the limit. This allows you to discuss and plan for any out-of-pocket expenses in advance. You may also explore payment options, like Zip, to manage costs beyond the CDBS cover.

How often can my child receive services under the CDBS?

Under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, eligible children can access covered dental services as needed within two years, up to the $1,095 limit. There are no restrictions on the frequency of appointments as long as the treatments fall within the approved services and funding limit.

If the full balance is not used in the first year, the remaining amount is available in the second year, helping families manage dental care over time.