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17 Oct 2022... This fact sheet for parents and carers has information on when children should have their first dental visit. It also explains what happens at the visit and how you can prepare your child.  

04 Aug 2025... This fact sheet explains the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), an Australian Government program that provides eligible children aged 0–17 with up to $1,132 over two years for general dental services. It outlines eligibility criteria, how to check enrolment, and how to use the benefit at private dentists, NSW public dental clinics, and school dental programs , including information about bulk billing and costs.

01 Sep 2024... This document is bilingual. The English version is included in each translated resource. Please scroll down to access the English text. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) offers benefits for basic dental services for children and teenagers aged 0 to 17. This resource provides information on eligibility, covered services, how to access care, and the claims process.

03 Mar 2025... This translated fact sheet has information on how to keep teeth healthy, especially among children and babies.

01 Dec 2024... The Victorian Government’s school dental program is FREE for all students in government schools. When the Smile Squad team schedules a visit to your school, you'll need to fill out a consent form before students can receive dental care. The consent forms on this page are just samples. Your child's school will provide the official form. This form provides parents and carers with information about Smile Squad services and helps Smile Squad gather the details it needs to provide personalised care.

22 Aug 2022... This fact sheet tells you about how to care for your teeth and why it is important to see a dentist.

01 Jun 2022... This fact sheet guides parents and carers in choosing healthy snacks for children. It includes examples of tooth-friendly food and drinks, and recommended amount of fruit services per day according to age.  

17 Oct 2022... This factsheet explains the importance of professional dental cleaning to keep teeth and gums healthy. It describes what plaque and calculus are, why they need to be removed, and how a dentist or dental professional can help. It also outlines who should have a professional clean, including children, adults, and people with gum disease, and how often it may be needed.

17 Oct 2022... This factsheet explains how the information you give to your dentist as part of your medical history helps them to care for you safely and well. It has a list of information you should tell your dentist as well as other questions that your dentist may ask.  

17 Apr 2015... We've put together some tips to help you get the most out of your new adventures. Remember, it may take time for you to get used to them, so be patient.