Question 1

Is there a bulk billing dentist near Sunbury VIC?

Accepted Answer

Yes — for eligible children. Sunbury Dental Group at Unit 5/92 Evans Street, Sunbury VIC 3429 bulk bills eligible children aged 2–17 under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) at no out-of-pocket cost. Macedon Street Dental (17 Macedon Street, Sunbury) and Namo Dental (Gap Road, Sunbury) also advertise CDBS bulk billing. Vineyard Dental (2–6 Sussex Court, Sunbury) offers conditional bulk billing. For adults, true bulk billing dental care is not available at private practices — Medicare does not cover routine adult dental treatment. Community dental care for eligible adult healthcare card holders is available at Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health from $32 per visit. Call Sunbury Dental Group on (03) 9717-7311 to check your child's CDBS eligibility.

Question 2

What is the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)?

Accepted Answer

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is an Australian Government dental benefit program administered by Services Australia (Medicare). It provides eligible children aged 2–17 with up to $1,132 in dental benefits over two consecutive calendar years, covering basic dental services at no out-of-pocket cost when bulk billed by a participating dental practice. CDBS covers: dental examinations and check-ups, X-rays, professional scale and clean, dental fillings, fissure sealants, tooth extractions, and root canal treatment. CDBS does not cover orthodontic treatment (braces, Invisalign), cosmetic dental procedures, teeth whitening, or dental work requiring a hospital stay.

Question 3

How do I know if my child is eligible for the CDBS?

Accepted Answer

Your child is eligible for the CDBS if they are aged 2–17 at any point during the calendar year and you or your partner receive a qualifying Australian Government payment — including Family Tax Benefit Part A (FTB-A), Parenting Payment, ABSTUDY, Carer Payment, Disability Support Pension, and certain other qualifying payments. Eligibility is confirmed through your child's Medicare record. Services Australia notifies eligible families at the start of each benefit year. To check your child's CDBS eligibility, you can call Services Australia on 132 011, check via the Medicare Express Plus app, or bring your child's Medicare card to Sunbury Dental Group on (03) 9717-7311 and we will confirm eligibility before their appointment.

Question 4

What dental services are covered under the CDBS at Sunbury Dental Group?

Accepted Answer

At Sunbury Dental Group, the following services are bulk billed under the CDBS for eligible children aged 2–17 with available CDBS balance: dental examinations and check-ups; dental X-rays; professional scale and clean; dental fillings (composite tooth-coloured fillings, item codes 521–535); fissure sealants (item 161); tooth extractions (item codes 311–314); and root canal treatment. CDBS does not cover orthodontic treatment, cosmetic procedures, teeth whitening, or dental work requiring hospital admission. The total CDBS benefit is capped at $1,132 over two consecutive calendar years — once the benefit cap is exhausted, standard fees apply.

Question 5

Does Medicare cover dental care for adults near Sunbury?

Accepted Answer

No — Medicare does not cover routine dental treatment for adults at private practices in Australia. Adult dental care is not included in standard Medicare coverage. Adults holding a valid Healthcare Card or Pension Concession Card may be eligible for subsidised public dental care through Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health (co-payment from $32 per visit), though wait times can be lengthy and services are limited to essential care. For adults at Sunbury Dental Group, all major private health insurance funds are accepted with on-the-spot HICAPS claiming, and flexible payment plans including interest-free options are available to help manage dental costs.

Question 6

How much CDBS benefit does my child have available?

Accepted Answer

The CDBS provides a benefit of $1,132 per eligible child over two consecutive calendar years (January 1 of the first year to December 31 of the following year). This is a per-child benefit — not a per-family benefit. Unused CDBS balance does not roll over after the two-year period. You can check your child's remaining CDBS balance by calling Services Australia on 132 011, via the Medicare Express Plus app, or online through myGov. Sunbury Dental Group can also check your child's available CDBS balance at their appointment — simply bring your child's Medicare card.

Question 7

Is CDBS bulk billing available on Sundays near Sunbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sunbury Dental Group bulk bills eligible CDBS children every Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM — one of the very few CDBS-participating practices in the Sunbury, Diggers Rest, Bulla, Gisborne, Aintree, and Melton corridor open on Sundays. Macedon Street Dental, Namo Dental, and Sunbury Dental House are among the Sunbury practices that do not confirm Sunday CDBS availability. For a Sunday CDBS bulk-billed children's dental appointment near Sunbury, call Sunbury Dental Group on (03) 9717-7311.

Question 8

What if my child's CDBS balance runs out at Sunbury Dental Group?

Accepted Answer

If your child's CDBS balance is exhausted, any further treatment at Sunbury Dental Group is billed at standard fees — reduced by any private health insurance extras rebate if applicable. Sunbury Dental Group will inform you before treatment proceeds if your child's CDBS balance is insufficient to fully cover a planned service, so you are never surprised by unexpected costs. Flexible payment plans are available for families managing out-of-pocket dental costs. Call (03) 9717-7311 to discuss your child's dental care options.

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Bulk Billing Dentist Near Me: Complete Guide to Affordable Dental Care

Bulk Billing Dentist Near Me: Complete Guide to Affordable Dental Care

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What Does Bulk Billing Mean?

Who May Be Eligible for Bulk Billing Dental Services?

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