Comfort & protection
Custom mouthguards
A knocked-out tooth on the sports field is a dental emergency you can prevent. A custom-fitted mouthguard protects far better than a boil-and-bite from the chemist — and, unlike them, it actually stays in.
Families across Truganina, Mt Atkinson, Tarneit, Hoppers Crossing and the rest of Melbourne’s west choose us for their custom mouthguards.
Banksia cone — tough armour; made to protect.
Made to your teeth, not a mould in hot water
A custom mouthguard is made from a precise scan of your teeth, so it fits closely, cushions an impact evenly, and doesn’t fall out or make it hard to breathe and talk.
Made to fit you
Taken from an impression or 3D scan of your own teeth, so it sits snugly, stays put during play, and is comfortable enough to actually wear.
Why custom beats boil-and-bite
Off-the-shelf guards are bulky, fit loosely and offer far less protection — a custom guard absorbs and spreads the force of a knock far more effectively.
Worth it: a custom guard costs more than a chemist one, but a single knocked-out or broken tooth costs far more — in money and in emergency appointments.
Who needs one
Any sport with a risk of a knock to the face is a reason for a mouthguard. It’s especially worth it for:
Contact & ball sports
Football, hockey, basketball, martial arts, cricket — anywhere an elbow, ball or fall can reach your teeth.
Children in sport
Kids’ teeth are still developing and worth protecting; a custom guard fits far better than a bulky chemist one.
Playing with braces
A mouthguard over braces protects both your teeth and the appliance — we’ll make one that fits around them.
Children grow, so a child’s guard needs replacing as their teeth change — we’ll check the fit at their routine visits.
What to expect
A custom mouthguard takes one quick scan and a return visit to collect.
- 1Step one
Scan or impression
We take a quick 3D scan or impression of your teeth — no discomfort, just a few minutes.
- 2Step two
Made to fit
Your guard is custom-made to that scan, in your choice of colour, for a close and comfortable fit.
- 3Step three
Fit & check
We check it fits well, protects properly and lets you breathe and talk — adjusting if needed.
- 4Step four
Replace as needed
We check it at routine visits and remake it as children grow or if it wears down.
What it costs
A custom mouthguard is a single, quoted fee — and cheap insurance against a knocked-out tooth. Some health funds contribute, and we claim on the spot.
Health fund rebates
All major Australian funds accepted and claimed on the spot through HICAPS — you settle only the gap.
Interest-free options
Larger treatment can be spread over time rather than paid upfront — just ask.
No surprise additions
Your quote covers the plan agreed. If something changes clinically, we discuss it before it affects the cost.
Benefits
Why consider it
- Custom fitted to help protect teeth during sport.
- A tailored fit is often more comfortable than a boil-and-bite guard.
- Designed to help cushion impact to teeth, lips and jaw.
- Available in a range of colours.
Recovery
Aftercare & recovery
There is minimal aftercare, but keeping the mouthguard clean helps it last.
- Rinse the mouthguard after each use and clean it regularly.
- Store it in its ventilated case away from heat.
- Bring it to check-ups so the fit can be reviewed as teeth change.
- Replace it if it becomes worn, loose or damaged.
General guidance only — your dentist will give you instructions specific to your treatment and circumstances.
Meet your dentist
Dr Sumaiya Pathan
Dr Sumaiya Pathan brings more than 10 years of Australian clinical experience, having cared for patients across both metropolitan and regional communities — from Sydney to Broken Hill and across metropolitan Melbourne. That range matters: it teaches you to be thorough, and to treat the person rather than just the tooth.
She provides the full range of general and cosmetic dental treatments, and is known for a gentle, unhurried approach — taking the time to explain every option clearly, including the option to wait where that is clinically reasonable.
Cover & claiming
We accept all major health funds
We’re a HICAPS practice, so you claim on the spot and settle only the gap on the day. Allura Dental is also a participating nib No Gap dentist and First Choice provider, for eligible nib Extras members. That makes Allura Dental an nib preferred provider for dental, so an nib Extras policy goes further here. Eligible children can be bulk-billed under Medicare’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), and interest-free payment options are available.
… and every other Australian fund.
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Questions
Custom Mouthguards FAQs
Which sports need a mouthguard?
Any sport with a risk of a knock to the mouth — football, rugby, hockey, basketball, netball, martial arts, boxing, cricket and more. If there’s a chance of contact, a ball, or a fall, a mouthguard is worth wearing.
Isn’t a chemist mouthguard good enough?
Not really. Boil-and-bite guards fit loosely, are bulky, and offer far less protection — and because they’re uncomfortable they often end up not worn. A custom guard fits your teeth precisely, protects far better, and is comfortable enough to actually keep in.
My child is still growing — is a custom guard worth it?
Yes — a custom guard fits and protects far better than a bulky chemist one, which matters most for developing teeth. Because kids grow, it will need remaking periodically; we check the fit at routine visits and remake it when needed.
Can I wear a mouthguard with braces?
Yes — and you should. A mouthguard made to fit over braces protects both your teeth and the appliance from a knock. We’ll make one designed around your braces.
How long does a custom mouthguard last?
For an adult, often a few seasons with care; for a growing child, it needs replacing as the teeth change. We’ll check it at routine visits and let you know when it’s time for a new one.
Related
You may also be considering
Jaw Pain & Teeth Grinding
A custom night guard, for protecting teeth from night-time grinding.
Emergency Dentistry
Knocked out or broke a tooth in sport? Our Truganina emergency dentist keeps time aside for urgent care.
Children’s Dentistry & CDBS
Looking after young athletes’ teeth as they grow.
Cost & Pricing
How our fees work, health-fund claiming and interest-free options.
This page is general information, not dental advice. Individual suitability — and the results achievable in your case — can only be assessed by a registered dentist in person. Outcomes vary between patients.
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