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At Reneu Smiles, we are proud to participate in the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), a government initiative that provides eligible children with access to essential dental services. The CDBS covers a range of dental treatments, helping to ensure that children receive the preventive and restorative care they need for healthy teeth and gums. Our compassionate team is committed to making dental care affordable and accessible, ensuring that every child can enjoy a bright and healthy smile.

Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)

Comprehensive Coverage: The Child Dental Benefits Schedule offers up to $1,095* over two calendar years for basic dental services such as checkups, cleanings, X-rays, fillings, extractions, and fissure sealants. This comprehensive coverage helps families manage the cost of essential dental care, ensuring that children receive the treatments they need without financial stress.

Eligibility and Easy Access: The CDBS is available to children aged 0-17 who are eligible for Medicare and meet specific criteria. Our team at Reneu Smiles is here to help you determine your child’s eligibility and navigate the process. We strive to make accessing these benefits as straightforward as possible, providing guidance and support every step of the way.

Preventive Focus: The CDBS emphasises preventive care, which is crucial for maintaining good oral health and avoiding more serious dental problems in the future. Regular checkups and cleanings covered by the schedule help to detect issues early and keep your child’s teeth and gums healthy. Our preventive approach ensures that children learn good oral hygiene habits that last a lifetime.

*Amount indexed annually; this is the cap for year 2024.

Not sure if you are eligible for free kids medical, get in touch with us and we will check your child’s eligibility!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Check if your child is eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).

You don’t need to apply or register for CDBS. If your child is eligible Services Australia will send you a letter.Your child can get CDBS when all of the following applies:

  • they’re eligible for Medicare
  • they’re between 0 and 17 years old for at least one day that calendar year
  • you or they get an eligible payment at least once that calendar year.

You can be either the child’s:

  • parent, carer or guardian
  • approved care organisation.
If you’re a teenager and have a partner

You may be able to get CDBS in a calendar year when either:

  • you’re 17 years old, or younger for at least one day that calendar year
  • your partner gets an eligible payment from Services Australia.

Medicare covers up to $1,095 for each eligible child over 2 calendar years for basic dental services under CDBS. The cap amount is indexed yearly on 1 January. The increase in cap amount will only apply to a child or teenager who received their first eligible service in that calendar year. The services include any of these:

  • check-ups
  • X-rays
  • cleaning
  • fissure sealing
  • fillings
  • root canals
  • extractions.

There are some restrictions for basic dental services. You should check with us if there are any item or time restrictions before starting your service.

These services don’t count towards the threshold of both the:

  • Medicare Safety Net
  • Extended Medicare Safety Net.

All of the following are not covered under CDBS:

  • orthodontic dental work
  • cosmetic dental work
  • any dental services in a hospital.
The 2 year period

You can claim up to $1,095 for each eligible child over 2 consecutive calendar years.

The 2 year period starts at the beginning of the calendar year in which your child both:

  • becomes eligible
  • gets their first dental service.

You can use the full amount up to $1,095 for each eligible child in the first calendar year. This will leave no funds for the second year. If you don’t use the full $1,095 in the first year, you can use it in the second year if your child is still eligible.

If you don’t use the full amount within the 2 calendar years, you can’t use the remaining funds.

You also won’t be able to use any remaining funds once your child is no longer eligible.

When booking your appointment, please mention that you would like to use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). We will verify your details and inform you of your available CDBS balance. Most of our appointments are bulk billed, and if there are any out-of-pocket costs, we will notify you in advance.