Get a Dental Mouthguard in Melbourne

What Are Dental Mouthguards?

We’ve all seen mouthguards in sports, helping to protect our favourite players’ teeth during the game.

Dental mouthguards are just another name for the same thing - protective devices that shield the teeth and gums, primarily used to minimise the risk of injury during sports or physical activities. They can also be worn at night, preventing damage from bruxism (the grinding and clenching of teeth overnight).

Mouthguards work by absorbing and dispersing force, reducing the impact of a blow on any individual tooth. They also create a barrier to stop teeth from grinding on one another, helping to reduce damage due to abrasion.

One of the big differences between our dental mouthguards and something you might buy over the counter is that ours are custom-fitted to your unique mouth, maximising their protective powers and increasing comfort too.

Getting a custom dental mouthguard starts with a brief consultation at our Mulgrave clinic. During this appointment, one of our experienced dentists will assess your individual needs, whether they be for sports protection or the management of bruxism, and talk about what options might work best for your situation.

Next, we’ll take precise impressions of your teeth using traditional moulds and advanced digital scanning technology. This step ensures your mouthguard will be tailor-made to fit your unique dental structure.

Once we have the impressions, our skilled technicians can fabricate a custom-fitted dental mouthguard made to meet the highest standard of quality, shaped specifically for your mouth. Then we’ll book a fitting appointment, where we’ll test your mouthguard and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that it is snug and comfortable. This will help it feel natural and normal, even during long hours of use.

To prolong the life of your custom mouthguard and maintain its effectiveness over time, we’ll provide you with detailed instructions on how to clean and look after it.

Enhanced Comfort and Fit

Custom-fit mouthguards are crafted to fit snugly, moulding to the unique contours of your teeth. This can help reduce any irritation you might feel while wearing them, and allows you to breathe and speak more normally.

Superior Protection Against Impact and Injury

Mouthguards are shock absorbers for your mouth. When those absorbers are fitted properly to your teeth, it allows them to do their job to a higher standard - dispersing force and reducing damage. When they aren’t fitted properly, that force may distribute unevenly across your teeth, increasing the risk of damage.

Reduced Risk of Abrasion From Grinding

Dental mouthguards can provide much-needed relief for individuals who experience the pain and discomfort of bruxism. Wearing a mouthguard while you sleep prevents your teeth from grinding against one another, stopping them from chipping, cracking or wearing. By getting your mouthguard custom-fitted, it should improve the comfort of wearing it at night.

Improved Breathing and Speech

Ill-fitting mouthguards can make it harder to breathe or talk, sitting awkwardly in the mouth. A tailor-made mouthguard will instead blend into your natural mouth shape, allowing you to breathe more easily and speak more clearly.

We offer a variety of flexible payment plans for tailored mouthguards. Here you can spread out the cost of your appointments, paying in simple, manageable monthly instalments. We offer both zero- and low-interest options, depending on your budget.

Financing programs are also available at Mulgrave Dental Group, allowing you to finance the cost of a custom mouthguard through reputable third-party financing companies. These programs often provide competitive rates and flexible repayment terms, simplifying the management of your appointment costs.

Dental insurance plans sometimes cover dental mouthguards. If you’re not sure what your insurance will cover, chat with us during your appointment and we’ll help walk you through it.

Yes, custom-fit mouthguards are generally considered superior to store-bought mouthguards due to their precise fit and tailored design. By fitting more snugly to your mouth, they can provide better protection against impact and injury, as well as enhanced comfort.

Mouthguards are available in all sizes, including for children, and we recommend them for any child engaging in sports activities - children’s teeth need protecting too, just like adults! You can get a mouthguard customised for your child as soon as they have a sufficient number of permanent teeth, which is typically around the age of 6 to 7 years.

The lifespan of a dental mouthguard varies depending on usage and wear. We recommend replacing yours when you notice any signs of damage, which could be once every one to two years.

It’s relatively simple to clean a mouthguard. After each use, rinse it with cold water and brush it like your regular teeth, with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Then, store it in a clean, dry case when not in use.

Mouthguards are recommended for any sport or activity that poses a risk of dental injury. This includes rugby, soccer, hockey, netball, basketball, martial arts, skateboarding, squash, cycling and anything similar.

Essentially, if you might fall, collide with another person, or an object like a stick or ball may strike you, it’s advisable to wear a mouthguard.

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Our clinic hours:

Mon: 9 am - 6 pm
Tue: 9 am - 7 pm
Wed: 9 am - 7 pm
Thu: 9 am - 7 pm
Fri: 9 am - 5 pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Any Questions?

Don’t let uncertainty put you off getting the treatment you need. We’re here to help.

At Mulgrave Dental Group, you’re our priority. We offer an array of modern dental services along with exceptional customer service in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. We have well over 50 years of collective experience, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need us.

Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step towards a safer, more comfortable mouthguard experience.

Book Consultation Call Us: 03 9562 5156

Take Control of Your Safety

Custom mouthguards are critical to the safety of your teeth and mouth during sporting activities, or if you experience bruxism.

Mulgrave Dental Group crafts high-quality, comfortable mouthguards to keep you protected. Schedule your appointment today to get fitted for a custom solution.

How to Contact Us

Mulgrave Dental Group is located only 20 minutes from Melbourne CBD, just off Wellington Road. Come visit our office at 47 Wanda Street, Mulgrave, 3170 Victoria.

Call us on: 03 9562 5156
Email: reception@mulgravedentalgroup.com.au

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Protect Your Teeth With a Custom-Made Dental Mouthguard in Melbourne

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