The Child Dental Benefits Schedule, often called CDBS, helps eligible children access basic dental services. Lara Dental Prime can assist families with CDBS appointments and bulk billing for eligible children, subject to eligibility and available balance.
What is CDBS?
CDBS is an Australian Government program that helps eligible children access basic dental services. It is designed to support preventive and essential dental care for children who meet the eligibility rules.
Families should always confirm eligibility and remaining balance before treatment, because the available amount and covered services can depend on the individual child and program rules.
What dental services may be covered?
CDBS may cover basic dental services such as:
- Dental check-ups
- X-rays where clinically needed
- Dental cleaning
- Fissure sealing
- Fillings
- Root canal treatment
- Extractions
What is not covered by CDBS?
CDBS does not generally cover orthodontic, cosmetic or hospital dental services. If your child needs treatment outside the program, the dental team can explain your options and any costs before proceeding.
Who is eligible for CDBS?
Eligibility depends on Medicare status, the child’s age and whether the child or family receives an eligible government payment. Eligible families are usually notified, but you can also check through Medicare or Services Australia.
Can CDBS be bulk billed?
For eligible children, Lara Dental Prime can bulk bill basic dental services under CDBS, subject to eligibility and available CDBS balance.
Before treatment, our team can help check the child’s eligibility and explain whether the planned service can be claimed under CDBS.
What should parents bring to the appointment?
Please bring your child’s Medicare details and any information you have about CDBS eligibility. If you are unsure, call our reception team before the appointment and we can guide you on what to check.
What if my child is not eligible?
If your child is not eligible for CDBS, Lara Dental Prime still provides gentle children’s dentistry. Ask our team about children’s check-up options and any current offers that may apply.
Book a CDBS dentist appointment in Lara
Lara Dental Prime provides gentle kids dental care in Lara. We welcome families from Lara, Corio, Norlane, Lovely Banks, Anakie, Little River and nearby areas.
Learn more about Kids Dental & CDBS, book online, or call 03 5282 2222.