MBS Category 10
Dental benefits schedule: MBS items and fees.
All 76 items in Category 10, with each item’s schedule fee and Medicare benefits, from the MBS edition of 1 November 2026.
Source: the MBS XML file of 1 November 2026, published by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. We update these pages for each MBS edition.
U0 Diagnostic Services
5 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88011 | Comprehensive oral examination Evaluation of all teeth, their supporting tissues and the oral tissues in order to record the condition of these structures. This evaluation includes recording an appropriate medical history and any other relevant information. | $60.95 100% benefit $60.95 |
| 88012 | Periodic oral examination An evaluation performed on a patient of record to determine any changes in the patient's dental and medical health status since a previous comprehensive or periodic examination. | $50.70 100% benefit $50.70 |
| 88013 | Oral examination - limited A limited oral problem-focussed evaluation carried out immediately prior to required treatment. This evaluation includes recording an appropriate medical history and any other relevant information. | $31.80 100% benefit $31.80 |
| 88022 | Intraoral periapical or bitewing radiograph - per exposure Taking and interpreting a radiograph made with the film inside the mouth. | $35.30 100% benefit $35.30 |
| 88025 | Intraoral radiograph - occlusal, maxillary, mandibular - per exposure Taking and interpreting an occlusal, maxillary or mandibular intraoral radiograph. This radiograph shows a more extensive view of teeth and maxillary or mandibular bone. | $71.30 100% benefit $71.30 |
U1 Preventive Services
6 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88111 | Removal of plaque and/or stain Removal of dental plaque and/or stain from the surfaces of all teeth and/or implants. | $62.30 100% benefit $62.30 |
| 88114 | Removal of calculus - first visit Removal of calculus from the surfaces of teeth. | $103.90 100% benefit $103.90 |
| 88115 | Removal of calculus - subsequent visit This item describes procedures in item 88114 when, because of the extent or degree of calculus, an additional visit(s) is required to remove deposits from the teeth. | $67.50 100% benefit $67.50 |
| 88121 | Topical application of remineralisation and/or cariostatic agents, one treatment Application of remineralisation and/or cariostatic agents to the surfaces of the teeth. This may include activation of the agent. Not to be used as an intrinsic part of the restoration. | $40.05 100% benefit $40.05 |
| 88161 | Fissure and/or tooth surface sealing - per tooth (first four services on a day) Sealing of non-carious pits, fissures, smooth surfaces or cracks in a tooth with an adhesive material. Any preparation prior to application of the sealant is included in this item number. | $53.35 100% benefit $53.35 |
| 88162 | Fissure and/or tooth surface sealing - per tooth (subsequent services) Sealing of non-carious pits, fissures, smooth surfaces or cracks in a tooth with an adhesive material. Any preparation prior to application of the sealant is included in this item number. | $26.70 100% benefit $26.70 |
U2 Periodontics
2 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88213 | Treatment of acute periodontal infection - per visit This item describes the treatment of acute periodontal infection(s). It may include establishing drainage and the removal of calculus from the affected tooth (teeth). Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $80.70 100% benefit $80.70 |
| 88221 | Clinical periodontal analysis and recording This is a special examination performed as part of the diagnosis and management of periodontal disease. The procedure consists of assessing and recording a patient's periodontal condition. All teeth and six sites per tooth must be recorded. Written documentation of these measurements must be retained. | $61.35 100% benefit $61.35 |
U3 Oral Surgery
12 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88311 | Removal of a tooth or part(s) thereof - first tooth extracted on a day A procedure consisting of the removal of a tooth or part(s) thereof. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $152.05 100% benefit $152.05 |
| 88314 | Sectional removal of a tooth or part(s) thereof - first tooth extracted on a day The removal of a tooth or part(s) thereof in sections. Bone removal may be necessary. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal postoperative care and suture removal. | $194.35 100% benefit $194.35 |
| 88316 | Additional extraction requiring removal of a tooth or part(s) thereof, or sectional removal of a tooth. Additional extraction provided on the same day as a service described in item 88311 or 88314 is provided to the patient. | $95.85 100% benefit $95.85 |
| 88322 | Surgical removal of a tooth or tooth fragment not requiring removal of bone or tooth division - first tooth extracted on a day Removal of a tooth or tooth fragment where an incision and the raising of a mucoperiosteal flap is required, but where removal of bone or sectioning of the tooth is not necessary to remove the tooth. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $246.80 100% benefit $246.80 |
| 88323 | Surgical removal of a tooth or tooth fragment requiring removal of bone - first tooth extracted on a day Removal of a tooth or tooth fragment where removal of bone is required after an incision and a mucoperiosteal flap raised. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $281.85 100% benefit $281.85 |
| 88324 | Surgical removal of a tooth or tooth fragment requiring both removal of bone and tooth division - first tooth extracted on a day Removal of a tooth or tooth fragment where both removal of bone and sectioning of the tooth are required after an incision and a mucoperiosteal flap raised. The tooth will be removed in portions. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $379.10 100% benefit $379.10 |
| 88326 | Additional extraction requiring surgical removal of a tooth or tooth fragment Additional surgical extraction provided on the same day as a service described in item 88322, 88323 or 88324 is provided to the patient. | $201.90 100% benefit $201.90 |
| 88351 | Repair of skin and subcutaneous tissue or mucous membrane The surgical cleaning and repair of a facial skin wound in the region of the mouth or jaws, or the repair of oral mucous membrane, where the wounds involve the subcutaneous tissues. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $185.25 100% benefit $185.25 |
| 88384 | Repositioning of displaced tooth/teeth - per tooth A procedure following trauma where the position of the displaced tooth/teeth is corrected by manipulation. Stabilising procedures are itemised separately. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal postoperative care and suture removal. | $221.05 100% benefit $221.05 |
| 88386 | Splinting of displaced tooth/teeth - per tooth A procedure following trauma where the position of the displaced tooth/teeth may be stabilized by splinting. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $228.10 100% benefit $228.10 |
| 88387 | Replantation and splinting of a tooth Replantation of a tooth which has been avulsed or intentionally removed. It may be held in the correct position by splinting. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $446.60 100% benefit $446.60 |
| 88392 | Drainage of abscess Drainage and/or irrigation of an abscess other than through a root canal or at the time of extraction. The drainage may be through an incision or inserted tube. Inclusive of the insertion of sutures, normal post-operative care and suture removal. | $112.20 100% benefit $112.20 |
U4 Endodontics
11 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88411 | Direct pulp capping A procedure where an exposed pulp is directly covered with a protective dressing or cement. | $40.35 100% benefit $40.35 |
| 88412 | Incomplete endodontic therapy (tooth not suitable for further treatment) A procedure where in assessing the suitability of a tooth for endodontic treatment a decision is made that the tooth is not suitable for restoration. | $138.25 100% benefit $138.25 |
| 88414 | Pulpotomy Amputation within the pulp chamber of part of the vital pulp of a tooth. The pulp remaining in the canal(s) is then covered with a protective dressing or cement. | $88.15 100% benefit $88.15 |
| 88415 | Complete chemo-mechanical preparation of root canal - one canal Complete chemo-mechanical preparation including removal of pulp or necrotic debris from a canal. | $248.05 100% benefit $248.05 |
| 88416 | Complete chemo-mechanical preparation of root canal - each additional canal Complete chemo-mechanical preparation including removal of pulp or necrotic debris from each additional canal of a tooth with multiple canals. | $118.15 100% benefit $118.15 |
| 88417 | Root canal obturation - one canal The filling of a root canal, following chemo-mechanical preparation. | $241.60 100% benefit $241.60 |
| 88418 | Root canal obturation - each additional canal The filling, following chemo-mechanical preparation, of each additional canal in a tooth with multiple canals. | $113.00 100% benefit $113.00 |
| 88419 | Extirpation of pulp or debridement of root canal(s) - emergency or palliative The partial or thorough removal of pulp and/or debris from the root canal system of a tooth. This is an emergency or palliative procedure distinct from visits for scheduled endodontic treatment. | $159.75 100% benefit $159.75 |
| 88421 | Resorbable root canal filling - primary tooth The placement of resorbable root canal filling material in a primary tooth. | $138.25 100% benefit $138.25 |
| 88455 | Additional visit for irrigation and/or dressing of the root canal system - per tooth Additional debridement irrigation and short-term dressing required where evidence of infection or inflammation persists following prior opening of the root canal and removal of its contents. | $122.40 100% benefit $122.40 |
| 88458 | Interim therapeutic root filling - per tooth A procedure consisting of the insertion of a long-term provisional (temporary) root canal filling with therapeutic properties which facilitates healing/development of the root and periradicular tissues over an extended time. | $163.25 100% benefit $163.25 |
U5 Restorative Services
22 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88511 | Metallic restoration - one surface - direct Direct metallic restoration involving one surface of a tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $120.70 100% benefit $120.70 |
| 88512 | Metallic restoration - two surfaces - direct Direct metallic restoration involving two surfaces of a tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $148.05 100% benefit $148.05 |
| 88513 | Metallic restoration - three surfaces - direct Direct metallic restoration involving three surfaces of a tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $176.65 100% benefit $176.65 |
| 88514 | Metallic restoration - four surfaces - direct Direct metallic restoration involving four surfaces of a tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $201.35 100% benefit $201.35 |
| 88515 | Metallic restoration - five surfaces - direct Direct metallic restoration involving five surfaces of a tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $229.85 100% benefit $229.85 |
| 88521 | Adhesive restoration - one surface - anterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving one surface of an anterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $133.70 100% benefit $133.70 |
| 88522 | Adhesive restoration - two surfaces - anterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving two surfaces of an anterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $162.30 100% benefit $162.30 |
| 88523 | Adhesive restoration - three surfaces - anterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving three surfaces of an anterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $192.25 100% benefit $192.25 |
| 88524 | Adhesive restoration - four surfaces - anterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving four surfaces of an anterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $222.20 100% benefit $222.20 |
| 88525 | Adhesive restoration - five surfaces - anterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving five surfaces of an anterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $261.10 100% benefit $261.10 |
| 88531 | Adhesive restoration - one surface - posterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving one surface of an posterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $142.75 100% benefit $142.75 |
| 88532 | Adhesive restoration - two surfaces - posterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving two surfaces of an posterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $179.25 100% benefit $179.25 |
| 88533 | Adhesive restoration - three surfaces - posterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving three surfaces of an posterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $215.50 100% benefit $215.50 |
| 88534 | Adhesive restoration - four surfaces - posterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving four surfaces of an posterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $242.90 100% benefit $242.90 |
| 88535 | Adhesive restoration - five surfaces - posterior tooth - direct Direct restoration, using an adhesive technique and a tooth-coloured material, involving five surfaces of an posterior tooth. Inclusive of the preparation of the tooth, placement of a lining, contouring of the adjacent and opposing teeth, placement of the restoration and normal post-operative care. | $280.50 100% benefit $280.50 |
| 88572 | Provisional (intermediate/temporary) restoration - per tooth The provisional (intermediate) restoration of a tooth designed to last until the definitive restoration can be constructed or the tooth is removed. This item should only be used where the provisional (intermediate) restoration is not an intrinsic part of treatment. It does not include provisional (temporary) sealing of the access cavity during endodontic treatment or during construction of indirect restorations. | $56.45 100% benefit $56.45 |
| 88574 | Metal band The cementation of a metal band for diagnostic, protective purposes or for the placement of a provisional (intermediate) restoration. | $47.55 100% benefit $47.55 |
| 88575 | Pin retention - per pin Use of a pin to aid the retention and support of direct or indirect restorations in a tooth. | $32.45 100% benefit $32.45 |
| 88579 | Bonding of tooth fragment The direct bonding of a tooth fragment as an alternative to placing a restoration. | $112.20 100% benefit $112.20 |
| 88586 | Crown-metallic-with tooth preparation-preformed Placing a preformed metallic crown as a coronal restoration for a tooth. | $297.75 100% benefit $297.75 |
| 88587 | Crown-metallic-minimal tooth preparation-preformed Placing a preformed metallic crown as a coronal restoration for a tooth and where minimal or no restoration of the tooth is required. Commonly referred to as a 'Hall' crown. | $176.65 100% benefit $176.65 |
| 88597 | Post - direct Insertion of a post into a prepared root canal to provide an anchor for an artificial crown or other restoration. | $102.10 100% benefit $102.10 |
U7 Prosthodontics
15 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88721 | Partial maxillary denture - resin, base only Provision of a resin base for a removable dental prosthesis for the maxilla where some natural teeth remain. | $505.70 100% benefit $505.70 |
| 88722 | Partial mandibular denture - resin, base only Provision of a resin base for a removable dental prosthesis for the mandible where some natural teeth remain. | $505.70 100% benefit $505.70 |
| 88723 | Provisional partial maxillary denture Provision of a patient removable partial dental prosthesis replacing the natural teeth and adjacent tissues in the maxilla which is designed to last until the definitive prosthesis can be constructed. This item should only be used where a provisional denture is not an intrinsic part of item 88721. | $379.25 100% benefit $379.25 |
| 88724 | Provisional partial mandibular denture Provision of a patient removable partial dental prosthesis replacing the natural teeth and adjacent tissues in the mandible which is designed to last until the definitive prosthesis can be constructed. This item should only be used where a provisional denture is not an intrinsic part of item 88722. | $379.25 100% benefit $379.25 |
| 88731 | Retainer - per tooth A retainer or attachment fitted to a tooth to aid retention of a partial denture. The number of retainers should be indicated. | $51.05 100% benefit $51.05 |
| 88733 | Tooth/teeth (partial denture) An item to describe each tooth added to the base of a new partial denture. The number of teeth should be indicated. | $41.90 100% benefit $41.90 |
| 88736 | Immediate tooth replacement - per tooth Provision within a denture to allow immediate replacement of an extracted tooth. The number of teeth so replaced should be indicated. | $10.55 100% benefit $10.55 |
| 88741 | Adjustment of a denture Adjustment of a denture to improve comfort, function or aesthetics. This item does not apply to routine adjustments following the insertion of a new denture or the maintenance or repair of an existing denture. | $60.80 100% benefit $60.80 |
| 88761 | Reattaching pre-existing clasp to denture Repair, insertion and adjustment of a denture involving re-attachment of a pre-existing clasp. | $166.95 100% benefit $166.95 |
| 88762 | Replacing/adding clasp to denture - per clasp Repair, insertion and adjustment of a denture involving replacement or addition of a new clasp or clasps. | $174.45 100% benefit $174.45 |
| 88764 | Repairing broken base of a partial denture Repair, insertion and adjustment of a broken resin partial denture base. | $166.95 100% benefit $166.95 |
| 88765 | Replacing/adding new tooth on denture - per tooth Repair, insertion and adjustment of a denture involving replacement with or addition of a new tooth or teeth to a previously existing denture. | $174.45 100% benefit $174.45 |
| 88766 | Reattaching existing tooth on denture - per tooth Repair, insertion and adjustment of a denture involving reattachment of a pre-existing denture tooth or teeth. | $166.95 100% benefit $166.95 |
| 88768 | Adding tooth to partial denture to replace an extracted ordecoronated tooth - per tooth Modification, insertion and adjustment of a partial denture involving an addition to accommodate the loss of a natural tooth or its coronal section. | $176.65 100% benefit $176.65 |
| 88776 | Impression - dental appliance repair/modification An item to describe taking an impression where required for the repair or modification of a dental appliance. | $53.35 100% benefit $53.35 |
U9 General Services
3 items
| Item | Description | Fee and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 88911 | Palliative care An item to describe interim care to relieve pain, infection, bleeding or other problems not associated with other treatment. | $79.20 100% benefit $79.20 |
| 88942 | Sedation - intravenous Sedative drug(s) administered intravenously, usually in increments.The incremental administration may continue while dental treatment is being provided. | $155.25 100% benefit $155.25 |
| 88943 | Sedation - inhalation Nitrous oxide gas mixed with oxygen is inhaled by the patient while dental treatment is being provided. | $77.60 100% benefit $77.60 |
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