The Australian Government Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) 2025 aims to support families and help children improve their dental health. The scheme provides $1,132 per child for dental services over two calendar years.
What Are The CDBS 2025 Eligibility Requirements?
- Child aged from 2 years to 17 years.
- The family should be on specific income support payments including Parenting Payment, Youth Allowance, Newstart, or Family Tax Benefit Part A and B.
- The child must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, and enrolled in Medicare.
- The family must meet the income test thresholds set yearly and based on household income level.
What Services Are In The Schedule?
- Regular check-ups and assessments.
- Dental hygiene procedures: cleaning, scaling, and polishing.
- Fissure sealing.
- Cavity fillings.
- Root canal treatments.
- Tooth extractions.
- Note: Dentures and braces are not included.
Claiming these benefits can help families reduce out-of-pocket expenses and ensure that children receive necessary dental care to maintain healthy teeth and prevent future dental issues.
How Benefits Are Claimed and Used
- Benefits can be claimed under Medicare when visiting an approved dental provider.
- Parents or guardians must ensure their child’s Medicare details are current.
- Some small out-of-pocket fees may apply, and approved providers can send claims electronically to Medicare.
- Benefits are valid for dental services over a two-year calendar period.
Summary Table: Key Details of the 2025 Child Dental Benefits Schedule
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Benefit Amount | Up to $1,132 per child over two years |
| Age Range | 2 – 17 years |
| Eligibility | Families receiving income support with Medicare-eligible children |
| Covered Treatments | Check-ups, cleaning, fillings, extractions, root canals |
| Claim Process | Via Medicare and approved dental providers |
| Validity Period | Two calendar years from approval |
Important Tips
- Check and confirm your child’s eligibility and keep Medicare details up to date.
- Visit approved dental providers for covered services.
- Keep all documentation for claims or review purposes.
- Note that cosmetic dental work and orthodontics are not included.
FAQs
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What is the amount that I can claim for my child’s dental care for the year 2025?
For every two years $1,132 per child.
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Who can get the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
Families with certain income support payments, and children 2-17 years old enrolled in Medicare.
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How can I claim or use the benefits?
By going to dental providers that are approved and will process the claims electronically to Medicare.
In 2025, the Child Dental Benefits Schedule continues to focus on improving children’s dental health across Australia. Families are encouraged to make full use of the benefit by visiting approved providers and maintaining up-to-date Medicare details to ensure smooth claims processing.
