Custom Mouthguards
Custom-made mouthguards offer the protection over-the-counter guards simply can't — perfectly fitted to your teeth for sport, grinding or breathing support.
What is custom mouthguards?
Custom-made mouthguards offer the protection over-the-counter guards simply can't — perfectly fitted to your teeth for sport, grinding or breathing support.
- Experienced, gentle clinicians
- Transparent upfront pricing
- All major health funds accepted
- Modern, comfortable practice
Signs you may need custom mouthguards.
Contact sport
Rugby, AFL, hockey, martial arts, boxing — any contact sport.
Night-time grinding
Waking with jaw pain or worn teeth.
Active kids
Children playing school or club sport.
Old or ill-fitting guard
Existing guard that's worn, loose or uncomfortable.
Why patients choose this treatment.
A solution designed around comfort, longevity and how it feels to live with day to day.
Best-in-class protection
Up to 60x more protective than boil-and-bite guards.
Comfortable fit
Custom-moulded to your teeth — barely noticeable.
Long lasting
Quality guards last seasons of sport or years of nightly wear.
Often fund-covered
Most health funds offer rebates on custom guards.
Which mouthguard do you need?
Sports mouthguard
Thicker, multi-layer protection for contact sport. Available in club colours.
Night guard (occlusal splint)
Slim, hard splint to prevent damage from grinding/clenching.
Soft night guard
Soft, flexible option for mild grinders.
Snoring/MAS splint
Mandibular advancement splint to reduce snoring/mild sleep apnoea.
Custom vs over-the-counter mouthguards.
| Feature | Custom | Over-the-counter |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Perfect | Generic |
| Protection | Excellent | Limited |
| Comfort | Comfortable to wear | Often bulky |
| Affects breathing/speech | ||
| Durability | 2–5 years | Months |
| Health-fund rebate |
Caring for your mouthguard
Rinse after each use
Cool water — never hot (it can warp the guard).
Brush gently
Soft toothbrush, no abrasive toothpaste.
Store in case
Always store dry in a vented case to prevent bacteria.
Inspect regularly
Replace at the first sign of cracks, warping or thinning.
Why patients choose us for custom mouthguards.
A treatment-specific approach — built around what matters most for this procedure.
Modern equipment
Latest digital dental technology for safer, faster care.
Gentle, calm care
A relaxed environment built for anxious patients.
Experienced dentists
Skilled clinicians with decades of combined experience.
All health funds
HICAPS on-the-spot claiming with every major fund.
Family practice
Comprehensive care for every age — kids to grandparents.
Underwood local
Trusted by families across Logan and the southside.
Custom Mouthguards — frequently asked
Off-the-shelf guards don't fit well, offer only limited protection and can fall out during sport. Custom guards are dramatically more effective.
A growing child should replace each season. Adults typically get 2–5 years from a well-cared-for guard.
Yes — sport guards are thicker for impact; night guards are designed to relieve jaw load. They're not interchangeable.
Costs vary depending on individual needs. After your consultation we provide a written plan with upfront pricing and health fund estimates.
Most major health funds offer rebates. We process HICAPS claims on the spot for all major Australian funds.
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New patients welcome. All major health funds accepted, plus child dental benefits.