Child Dental Benefits Schedule
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Is your child aged between 2 and 17 years? Learn more to see if your child is eligible for Child Dental Benefits Schedule.

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Child Dental Benefits Schedule in Pascoe Vale, VIC

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) provides basic dental services to children aged between 2 and 17 years.

Program information for families

The CDBS provides individual benefits for a range of services including examinations, x-rays, cleaning, fissure sealing, fillings, root canals and extractions. Benefits are not available for orthodontic or cosmetic dental work and cannot be paid for any services provided in a hospital. 

On 15 December 2016, the previous Minister for Health announced changes to the benefits cap entitlement commencing 1 January 2017 (including changing the benefits cap to $700). On 8 February 2017, the Minister for Health and Minister for Sport, the Hon Greg Hunt MP, announced that the benefit cap entitlement under the CDBS will be reinstated to $1,000. All eligible children will continue to have access to a benefit cap of $1,000 over a two calendar year period.

The CDBS has a means test, which requires receipt of Family Tax Benefit Part A or a relevant Australian Government payment.

Families can check whether their child is eligible for the CDBS by contacting the Department of Human Services. General information about the program can also be found on the Department of Human Services website.

The 2 year cap period starts when a child or teenager first gets an eligible dental service.

  • examinations
  • X-rays
  • cleaning
  • fissure sealing
  • fillings
  • root canals
  • extractions, and
  • partial dentures

    The CDBS doesn't cover orthodontic, cosmetic dental work, or dental services provided in a hospital.

Eligibility:

  • We assess eligibility at the beginning of each calendar year and it's valid for the entire year. Children who become eligible later in the calendar year will have their eligibility backdated to begin on 1 January of that calendar year.
  • Before you provide any services, check your patient's eligibility and balance. You can do this through Health Professional Online Services (HPOS) or by calling us.

Specials

$280 Clean & Check Package - or No Gap with Health Insurance*

This Special Includes

comprehensive check

unlimited x-rays as needed

gum and dentition analysis

express whitening (stain removal)

topical application of remineralizing agent

*No Gap applies if health insurance fund is able to cover at least $280
 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Did you know that your child might be eligible for the Medicare Child Dental Benefit Scheme? The Australian Government's Department of Human Services covers part of your eligible children's dental services which include examinations, x-rays, cleaning, fissure sealing, fillings, root canal, extractions (Note: some restrictions for their basic dental services may apply). You can claim up to $1,000 for each child over 2 consecutive calendar years which starts when your child gets their first dental service. This means NO OUT-OF-POCKET dental fees for you to pay! 

Contact Your Dentist In Pascoe Vale

Please feel free to ring us on (03) 9300 1061 and we can check their eligibility for you. Alternatively, you can visit https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/services/medicare/child-dental-benefits-schedule/eligibility/who-can-get-it for more information.

We never want our patients to worry about how they’ll pay for dental treatment or be confused about coverage options. That’s why we will always explain all costs and answer your questions before we begin treatment.

We’re here to help you determine your family’s coverage and maximise your benefits, so please don’t ever feel like you’re bothering us. Helping our patients is what we love to do!

So, how do you check to see if your child is eligible for the CDBS at Lumino Smiles?

Checking Your Child’s CDBS Eligibility

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a Medicare program sponsored by the Australian government. It pays for routine preventive care for children from ages 2-17, including exams, check-ups, professional cleanings, sealants and fillings.

The quickest way to see if your child is eligible at Lumino Smiles is to contact our clinic. We can check your child’s status and let you know the amount left on their balance.

If you prefer, you can log into your myGov account and view your child’s CDBS status or call Medicare on 132 011.

Need to Book a Visit in Pascoe Vale, VIC?

If you would like to arrange a dental visit for you or your child, feel free to contact our dental clinic. At Lumino Smiles, we’re committed to helping every patient maintain healthy teeth and gums, and we love forming lasting relationships with families in Pascoe Vale and the surrounding area.

To make an appointment, you can call us on (03) 8338 1400.

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    Originally from Iran, Dr Amir attended both High School and University in Australia. He completed High School in Melbourne and attended the University of Adelaide for his Bachelor of Dental Surgery.

    Dr Amir values continuing education to deliver the finest and most up-to-date dentistry to his patients. 

    Some of the additional training and certifications he has earned include:

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