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Custom
Mouthguards

A mouthguard made for your mouth, not a shelf

A custom mouthguard is made from a scan or impression of your own teeth, so it fits closely, stays in place when you are hit and lets you breathe and talk while you play. Odontologie Dental Care is a mouthguard dentist in Lansvale making sports guards for footy, rugby league, soccer, basketball, hockey and martial arts players, and night guards for people who grind or clench their teeth.

Sports guards for children, teenagers and adults
Night guards to protect teeth worn down by grinding

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New patients welcome

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Book our new patient offer today to receive:

Comprehensive Dental Examination
Scale, Clean and Polish
2x Bitewing X-rays (if required)
Fluoride Treatment

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*Must be quoted at the time of phone booking. If not quoted, the full fee may apply. Offer is only available with selected dentists. If booked with a non-selected dentist, a member of staff will contact you.

$249 Check-Up and Clean Select “New Patient Offer” when booking.

How it works

How a custom mouthguard is made

Getting fitted takes one short appointment, and the guard is ready to collect soon after.

Check the teeth

Your dentist checks the teeth and gums first, since loose baby teeth, braces or decay all affect how the guard is designed. We also ask which sport you play or whether the guard is for grinding.

Scan or impression

We take a quick 3D scan with our intraoral scanner, or a traditional impression, to capture the exact shape of your teeth and gums. It takes a few minutes and is comfortable for children.

Making the guard

The guard is formed over a model of your teeth in the material and thickness that suits your sport or your grinding.

Fit and adjust

At the fitting we check the guard sits firmly, does not press on the gums and lets you close comfortably. We trim or adjust anything that needs it and show you how to care for it.

Render of a custom-fitted sports mouthguard shaped to a set of teeth

Why custom

Why choose a custom mouthguard over a chemist one?

Off-the-shelf and boil-and-bite guards are better than nothing, but they are made to fit an average mouth. They tend to be bulky, loose or thin in the wrong places, so players chew them, take them out or leave them in the bag. A guard that is not in the mouth protects nobody.

A custom guard is moulded over a model of your own teeth. It covers the teeth and the surrounding gum evenly, with the right thickness where impacts land, and it grips firmly without needing to bite down. Players usually find they can speak to teammates and drink without taking it out. The Australian Dental Association recommends custom-fitted guards for contact and collision sports.

A boy fits his mouthguard before a junior football game

On the field

Sports mouthguards for local clubs and schools

Knocked-out and broken front teeth are among the most common sporting injuries, and fixing them can mean root canal treatment, crowns or implants over many years. A well-fitted guard spreads the force of a blow across the teeth and jaw and cushions the lips and cheeks.

We make guards for players from junior clubs around Lansvale, Cabramatta, Fairfield and Liverpool, as well as adults returning to sport. Ask us about colour options when you book. If you play a sport where a ball, stick, elbow or the ground can hit your face, a guard is worth having, at training as well as on game day.

Render of a clear hard night guard designed to protect teeth from grinding

At night

Night guards for teeth grinding

Can a mouthguard help with teeth grinding? A night guard (occlusal splint) is a different appliance from a sports guard: thinner, harder and made to sit between the teeth while you sleep. It takes the wear of grinding and clenching so your enamel and fillings do not, and it can ease the load on tired jaw muscles.

Signs that you may grind include waking with a sore jaw or a headache, teeth that look flat or chipped, and a partner hearing grinding at night. If jaw pain, clicking or locking are part of the picture, our TMJ treatment page explains how we assess the jaw joint.

A teenage girl rinses her mouthguard under the tap, with its case beside the sink

Care and replacement

Looking after your mouthguard

A guard lasts longer and stays hygienic with a few simple habits:

Rinse it in cool water after each use and brush it gently with a soft toothbrush
Store it dry in its ventilated case, out of hot cars and direct sun, which can warp it
Keep it away from pets, who love to chew them
Bring it to your check-ups so we can check the fit and look for wear or splits

Do children need a new mouthguard each season? Often, yes. As children lose baby teeth and adult teeth come through, the fit changes, so most growing players need a new guard every season or two. Adults can usually keep the same guard for several years if it still fits well and is not worn through.

Related care

Related care in Lansvale

A mouthguard protects healthy teeth. These services help keep them that way, or repair them if an injury happens.

Preventative care

Fluoride, sealants and home-care advice to keep the whole family's teeth strong.

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Emergency dentist

Knocked out or broken a tooth at sport? Call us straight away and emergencies are prioritised.

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Children's dentist

Check-ups and care for kids, with bulk billing in most cases for children eligible under the CDBS.

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TMJ treatment

Assessment and care for jaw pain, clicking and clenching, including night splints.

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Good to know

Custom Mouthguards - frequently asked

Why choose a custom mouthguard over a chemist one?

A custom guard is made to the exact shape of your teeth, so it fits closely, stays in place on impact and is comfortable enough to keep in for a whole game. Shop-bought guards are made for an average mouth and are often loose or bulky, so players tend to take them out.

How much does a custom mouthguard cost?

The cost depends on the type of guard, for example a standard sports guard, a thicker guard for high-impact sport or a hard night splint. We will tell you the fee when you book or at the appointment, before anything is made. Many extras policies pay a rebate on custom mouthguards.

How long does it take to make?

The scan or impression takes one short appointment. The guard is then made and ready to fit, usually within a week or two. If you need it for a particular date, such as the first game of the season, let us know when you book.

Do children need a new mouthguard each season?

Usually, yes. Children's mouths change quickly as baby teeth fall out and adult teeth come through, so a guard that fitted last season may now be loose or tight. We check the fit at each check-up and will tell you when it needs replacing.

Can a mouthguard help with teeth grinding?

A night guard, which is thinner and harder than a sports guard, protects the teeth from the wear of grinding and clenching during sleep. It does not stop grinding itself, but it takes the damage instead of your enamel and fillings. Your dentist can also look at causes such as stress or bite problems.

Can I wear a mouthguard with braces?

Yes, and it is important to protect the teeth and brackets. A guard for braces is designed with extra room so the teeth can keep moving. Tell us about your braces or aligners when you book.

Your next step

Get fitted before the season starts

One short visit for a scan or impression is all it takes. Book a fitting for yourself, your children or several members of the team at our Lansvale practice.

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Made from a model of your own teeth
Sports guards and night guards
Fittings for children, teens and adults
All major health funds accepted

We accept all major health funds

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