The CDBS provides dental benefits for eligible children, helping Bacchus Marsh families access essential oral health services. The benefit cap is indexed on 1 January each year, with updates applying to children who begin their benefit period in that calendar year.
Many dental clinics, including Magical Smiles Bacchus Marsh, offer bulk-billed CDBS services, meaning families may have no out-of-pocket costs. Eligibility and benefit balances are managed through Medicare.
The CDBS covers a range of basic dental services for children who meet the eligibility criteria. These benefits help families access dental care by covering essential oral health services.
The CDBS operates as a Medicare-funded program with specific processes for eligibility assessment, notification, and benefit usage. Here is an overview of how the program functions.
Medicare automatically determines CDBS eligibility at the start of each calendar year based on specific criteria. Families receive notification letters when their children qualify. A child must meet all of the following requirements during the calendar year to be eligible.
For families with eligible children, using CDBS dental benefits at Magical Smiles Bacchus Marsh is straightforward. Here’s what to expect from start to finish:
The CDBS covers a range of basic dental services for eligible children. Some services have claiming restrictions. Ask your dentist about any specific limitations before your appointment.
Services Covered:
83 Gisborne Rd
Bacchus Marsh, VIC 3340
