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Custom Sports Mouthguards on St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Playing contact sport, or looking for better protection for your teeth on the field, court or track? Complete Dental Care makes custom-fitted sports mouthguards from our practice on St Kilda Road, Melbourne, giving active adults and families across Melbourne 3004, South Yarra, Albert Park and Middle Park a closer, more secure fit than store-bought options. Our catchment has a strong working-age, active population, and for anyone playing club or social contact sport as well as the younger athletes in local families a properly fitted mouthguard is one of the simplest ways to help protect the teeth and reduce the risk of a dental injury. It’s a small step that can save a lot of stress, pain and cost down the track.
What are custom sports mouthguards and what do they do?
Custom sports mouthguards are protective dental devices designed to help shield your teeth, gums, lips and jaw from impact during contact sport and other high-impact activity. Unlike store-bought boil-and-bite options, a custom-made mouthguard from a dental practice is tailored to your individual bite, offering a snug fit and more consistent protection. At Complete Dental Care, we make custom mouthguards designed to help protect your teeth from injury while still allowing comfortable breathing and speaking during activity.
The difference between a custom and off-the-shelf mouthguard often comes down to fit. A mouthguard that shifts around or feels bulky is far less likely to be worn consistently, which can undermine the protection it’s meant to provide in the moments that matter most something dental bodies, including the Australian Dental Association, point to when they recommend professionally fitted mouthguards over generic ones. This is especially relevant for younger athletes, who may be tempted to skip an uncomfortable mouthguard altogether.
Benefits of a custom sports mouthguard
- Injury protection — helps absorb impact to protect teeth from chips, cracks or being knocked out during contact sports.
- Orthodontic protection — helps shield braces and other orthodontic appliances, so treatment progress isn’t compromised.
- Custom comfort — tailored to your individual bite for a snug fit that stays in place and allows easy breathing and speaking.
- Peace of mind — lets you focus on the game with an added layer of protection for your teeth.
These benefits are closely connected. A mouthguard that fits well tends to stay in place during play, which is what allows it to deliver the protection and comfort you’re after in the first place. A poorly fitted option, by contrast, can end up sitting uncomfortably in the mouth without offering much real protection when it counts.
Why choose Complete Dental Care for a custom mouthguard
Complete Dental Care is a Melbourne-based, multidisciplinary practice led by principal dentist Dr Adam Keyes-Tilley (BDSc Melb, FRACDS, FICCDE), with more than 30 years of clinical leadership. Our custom mouthguards are made with comfort, durability and function in mind, so you can focus on your sport. Our team fits mouthguards for adults and children alike general and preventative care is provided by dentists including Dr Nishant Chand (BDHSc, MDent), and children’s cases are supported by Dr Simon Wong (BDSc Melb, MACNEM, FICCDE), whose focus includes children’s dentistry with modern digital technology supporting an accurate fit.
Our practice is open Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–5:00pm, and Friday, 8:00am–2:00pm; we’re closed on weekends. Booking a fitting ahead of pre-season means one less thing to organise once the season is underway our patient care team, led by Helen Barbas, can help you find a suitable weekday time.
How our custom sports mouthguards are made
Step One
Consultation:
We start by discussing your activity level, sport and any specific dental concerns, including orthodontic treatment if relevant.
Step Two
Impressions and fabrication:
We take precise impressions of your teeth, then craft a durable, impact-resistant mouthguard tailored to your individual dental structure.
Step Three
Fitting:
Once ready, we check that your mouthguard fits properly and make any adjustments needed for comfort and function.
Because growing children’s mouths and bites change over time, we also recommend checking the fit periodically particularly for younger athletes who are still developing. A mouthguard that fit well last season may need adjusting or replacing as things change, so it’s worth factoring this into routine check-ups before each new season.
Is a custom mouthguard right for you?
Not every sport or activity carries the same level of risk, and our team can help you decide whether a custom mouthguard makes sense for your situation.
This may be worth considering if you:
play contact sport or other high-impact activities
have braces or other orthodontic treatment needing extra protection
want to protect your teeth during sport, or your child’s teeth on the field.
How it can help:
helps protect against injuries like chipped or knocked-out teeth during sport
helps protect orthodontic appliances and keep treatment progress on track
provides confidence and peace of mind for players and parents.
Particularly suited to:
players at all levels wanting reliable dental protection
parents seeking protection for their children during sport
people undergoing orthodontic treatment who want added protection.
Helping you protect your smile
Our team builds every plan around your individual needs, including guidance on caring for your mouthguard between fittings. If you play multiple sports or seasons, it’s worth mentioning, as it can affect how often your mouthguard needs checking. Outcomes differ from person to person and will be discussed with you during your consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a custom mouthguard last?
This depends on how often it’s worn, how it’s cared for, and for younger athletes how quickly their mouth is growing and changing. Your dentist can advise on when it might be time for a replacement or adjustment.
Can I get a custom mouthguard if I have braces?
Yes. We can make a mouthguard designed to fit comfortably around braces or other orthodontic appliances, helping protect both your teeth and your treatment progress during sport.
Do you make custom mouthguards for children?
Yes. Our team fits mouthguards for children as well as adults, and we recommend re-checking the fit periodically, as a child’s mouth changes as they grow.
Will my private health extras cover a custom mouthguard?
Many patients use private health extras cover towards a custom mouthguard, though the amount depends on your level of cover. Our team can help you understand what your fund may cover before your fitting.
What are your opening hours, and where are you located?
We’re on the ground floor at 468 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004, easy to reach from South Yarra, Albert Park and Middle Park. We’re open Monday to Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm and Friday 8:00am–2:00pm, and closed on weekends. To book a fitting, call our team on (03) 9866 1171 or book online arranging it ahead of the season makes it easier to fit around training and matches.