Medicare Bulk Billing Dental For Eligible Kids*
The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) offers basic dental care to qualified children aged 0 to 17 years.
With the CDBS, dental services have a limit of $1,052 across two consecutive years. This cap is adjusted annually every 1st of January.
The two-year period for this cap commences when an eligible child or teen receives their first qualifying dental service.
When scheduling your appointment, please mention that you’d like to utilize the CDBS. At the appointment, our dentists in Ormeau will verify your child’s eligibility and remaining benefit amount.
Determine if your child qualifies for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). No need to apply or sign up for CDBS. If your child meets the criteria, we’ll send you a notification letter. Your child can access CDBS if they meet the following conditions:
You can be the child’s:
The CDBS excludes coverage for orthodontic treatments, cosmetic dental procedures, and services offered in a hospital setting.
Certain limitations apply to dental services with the Child Dental Benefits Schedule.
To determine if your child qualifies for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, simply contact Ormeau Dental’s reception at (07) 5540 7111.
We’ll promptly inform you about their eligibility and help schedule their dental treatment.
Regular check-ups and cleans for kids offer numerous benefits, ensuring a foundation for lifelong oral health:
- Early Detection: Regular visits allow the dentist to spot potential issues like cavities or misalignments early, ensuring timely interventions and reducing the need for more extensive treatments later.
- Prevention of Dental Issues: Professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar build-up that might not be eliminated with regular brushing and flossing, thus preventing cavities and gum disease.
- Oral Hygiene Education: Dental visits provide an opportunity for kids to learn about proper brushing, flossing, and overall oral care techniques, establishing good habits from a young age.
- Familiarity with Dental Environment: Regular visits help children become comfortable with the dental environment, reducing anxiety or fear associated with dental procedures in the future.
- Developmental Monitoring: Dentists can monitor the development of a child’s teeth and jaw, ensuring everything is progressing normally and suggesting interventions if needed.
- Nutritional Advice: Dentists can offer guidance on diet and nutrition to promote healthy teeth and gums, advising against frequent consumption of sugary snacks and drinks.
- Building Trust: Regular interactions help in establishing a trusting relationship between the child, dentist, and dental staff, ensuring cooperative behavior during potential future treatments.
In essence, regular check-ups and cleans not only safeguard a child’s dental health but also cultivate a positive and proactive approach to overall well-being.
Enjoy extra benefits and maximum rebates on specific services at Ormeau Dental, your preferred provider for leading health funds.
