As your Local Redcliffe Dentists at John Street Dental know, the Child Dental Benefit Scheme (CDBS) has been created by the Federal Government to provide easier access to dental treatment.  The CDBS helps you keep your kids’ teeth in great shape by providing you with up to $1013 over a 2 year calendar period that can be used for a range of dental services, including exams, cleans, fillings and certain forms of sedation. Treatments such as Orthodontic and cosmetic dental procedures are not covered by the Scheme.

So, how do you know if your child is eligible?

If your child

• qualifies for Medicare
• if you receive either Family Tax Benefit A, Parenting payment or Double Orphan Pension payments for at least part of the year
• they are within the age range of 2-17 for some of the year

they will be deemed eligible for the scheme by Medicare.

It is worth confirming with Medicare if your child is eligible for the Scheme before phoning your dentist to book an appointment.

How does the $1013 allocation work?

Firstly, your dentist will conduct an exam and possible xrays (depending on the child’s age) to see what treatment is needed, and then discuss the options with you.  Depending on the treatment required, your child can use the allocated amount all at once if needed or spread out over the 2 calendar years if needed.  If you decide to change dentists mid allocation, it is okay – your new dentist can check online how much of your child’s CDBS entitlements remain.

With only two more weeks left of school holidays why not contact Medicare today and see if your child is entitled to the CDBS scheme?

Call your friendly Dentists at John Street Dental on 3284 4281 if you have any questions or to make an appointment, alternatively Book Online