Free Public Dental For Eligible Children

Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule is an Australian Government program that provides access to up to $1026 in benefits over two consecutive calendar years, covering most basic general dental services (but not specialist services like orthodontics or services provided under general anaesthetic.)

All children (under 18 years old) can access free public dental services in NSW. All children receive the same high quality care regardless of CDBS eligibility and no fees are charged, even if your CDBS has been fully used up.

To be eligible for the CDBS, a child or young person:

• must be aged 17 years or under, and
• their family must receive Family Tax Benefit Part A or a relevant Australian Government payment.

Visit the Services Australia website for more information about the program. You can also check your child’s eligibility and CDBS balance through your Medicare online account at myGov, or by calling 132 011.