Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) in St Marys

Bulk-Billed Dental Care for Eligible Children

Dental care for kids can add up quickly, which is exactly what the Child Dental Benefits Schedule is designed to help with. Western Sydney Smiles is a CDBS provider for families in St Marys, bulk billing eligible children for a range of essential dental services with no out-of-pocket cost. If you’ve been putting off a check-up for your child over cost, it’s worth finding out if they qualify.

What the CDBS Actually Covers

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule is a Medicare-administered program providing eligible children with access to basic dental services, up to a capped amount over a two-year period. It covers services like check-ups, cleaning, X-rays, fillings, and some extractions, though it doesn’t extend to orthodontic treatment, cosmetic work, or care requiring hospital admission.

Eligibility generally depends on your family receiving certain government payments, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, and your child needing to be aged between 0 and 17 at some point during the calendar year. Your Medicare account or the Medicare app will show whether your child is eligible and how much of their benefit remains.

What Using the CDBS Gives You

A few reasons it’s worth checking your child’s eligibility before their next visit.

No Out-of-Pocket Cost: Eligible services are bulk billed directly to Medicare, with nothing to pay at the appointment.
Removes the Cost Barrier: Families can get regular dental care sorted without cost being the reason it keeps getting delayed.
Covers the Essentials: Check-ups, cleaning, X-rays, fillings and simple extractions are all included.
Straightforward to Check: Eligibility is confirmed quickly using your child's Medicare details, no separate application needed.
Encourages Regular Visits: Knowing the cost is covered makes it easier to stick to a proper check-up routine.

Coverage details and remaining balances vary by family, and our reception team can help confirm what applies to your child.

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Not Sure if Your Child Is Eligible?

Eligibility is based on your family’s government payments and your child’s age, and it’s worth checking even if you’re not certain, since it takes just a few minutes to confirm.

The Team and Approach Behind CDBS Appointments

A few things parents mention about using their child’s CDBS benefit here.

Registered CDBS Provider

We bulk bill eligible CDBS services directly, so there's nothing for you to claim afterward.

Kid-Friendly Appointments

The same calm, paced approach applies whether a visit is bulk billed or not.

Comfortable, Modern Appointments

The same up-to-date facilities apply whether a visit is bulk billed or not.

Easy to Reach for Families

Handy for households across Mount Druitt, Colyton and the wider Western Sydney area.

Transparent About What's Covered

We'll let you know clearly if anything falls outside the CDBS before it's carried out.

Using the CDBS shouldn’t mean a lesser experience, and appointments here are treated the same regardless of how they’re being paid for.

Common Questions About the CDBS

A few of the questions parents often ask about using the scheme.

How Do I Know if My Child Is Eligible for the CDBS?

Eligibility generally depends on your family receiving certain government payments, such as Family Tax Benefit Part A, along with your child being aged 2 to 17 at some point in the calendar year. You can check eligibility and remaining benefit through your Medicare online account or the Medicare app, or our reception team can help confirm it for you.

What Dental Services Are Covered Under the CDBS?

The CDBS covers services including check-ups, cleaning, X-rays, fillings, root canal treatment on baby teeth, and simple extractions. It doesn't cover orthodontic treatment, cosmetic procedures, or any treatment requiring a hospital admission.

Is There Any Out-of-Pocket Cost for CDBS Services?

For services covered under the CDBS, no. We bulk bill eligible services directly to Medicare, so there's nothing to pay at the time of the appointment, provided the treatment falls within the scheme's coverage and your child's remaining benefit.

How Much Is the CDBS Benefit Worth, and How Often Does It Reset?

The benefit is capped and applies over a two-year period rather than resetting annually, so it's worth checking your child's remaining balance before assuming full coverage is still available. Our reception team can check this for you using your child's Medicare details.

What Happens if Treatment Goes Beyond What CDBS Covers?

If your child needs treatment outside the scheme, such as orthodontics or something requiring a hospital setting, we'll let you know clearly before anything's carried out, along with what the cost would involve and any alternative options.

The information above is general in nature and isn’t a substitute for personalised advice. Please speak with our reception team or your dentist to confirm your child’s specific CDBS eligibility and coverage.

Book Your Child's CDBS Appointment

Western Sydney Smiles supports families across St Marys and surrounding suburbs including Mount Druitt, Colyton and Oxley Park. If cost has been the reason your child’s dental care has slipped, it’s worth checking their CDBS eligibility before their next visit.