General News
31 October, 2025
Look after your child’s teeth by accessing national initiative
NSW Health is encouraging families in regional and rural areas of New South Wales to make sure they are taking advantage of the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).
NSW Health is encouraging families in regional and rural areas of New South Wales to make sure they are taking advantage of the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).
Up to $1132 in benefits over two calendar years can be accessed per child, covering most general dental services.
A child may be eligible for this benefit if they have a Medicare card, are aged zero to 17 years, and they are part of a family that receives Family Tax Benefit Part A or the child receives an Australian government payment.
The CDBS can be used at most private dentists, public dental clinics, NSW Health school-based dental services, and some Aboriginal community-based health organisations.
Looking after your child’s teeth through regular dental check-ups is important for your child’s wellbeing, and is always a priority for NSW Health.
So even if a child is not eligible for CDBS, uses up their full CDBS amount or needs treatment that isn’t covered by the schedule, there are still no costs for care at NSW public dental clinics.
Parents and guardians can visit health.nsw.gov.au/cdbs for more information and to check if your child is eligible.
