All people who play sport where injury to their natural teeth is possible should wear a mouthguard. Professionally fitted mouthguards greatly reduce the chances of tooth damage or painful laceration of lips and mouth.

Prevention is better than cure 

All people who play sport where injury to their natural teeth is possible should wear a mouthguard.

Professionally fitted mouthguards greatly reduce the chances of tooth damage or painful laceration of lips and mouth.

Mouthguards also assist to absorb the impact which may cause a broken jaw or even concussion. And they do not make breathing difficult.

But mouthguards should always be fitted by the appropriate dental professional.

Sporting mouthguards – your child’s first line of defence

Children’s teeth are particularly vulnerable to sporting injury and parents should assist on the best possible protection.

Mouthguards will also help the child’s confidence and will give the parent peace of mind.

No referrals are necessary

You do not need a referral to visit a Dental Prosthetist. Simply check the locality guide in the Yellow Pages under Dental Technicians for your nearest Dental Prosthetist Association Member and give them a call. It’s as easy as that.

What are mouthguards made of?

Mouthguards are made from heavy duty, flexible, hard-wearing vinyl or laminates. Various colours are available.

Cleaning and storage

Mouthguards are best kept clean by rinsing under cold water after use. They may be brushed very lightly. They should be stored in a plastic container and should be kept away from heat and sunlight.

Generous rebates 

Mouthguards are subject to generous rebates for eligible patients covered under Dental Health Funds.

First aid tip

If a tooth is accidentally damaged from impact it is wise to leave the mouthguard in position and attend a dentist immediately.

If a tooth is dislodged it should be rinsed in milk, kept moist and wrapped in plastic until treatment.

Please remember

With care and protection natural teeth should last a lifetime. But they need all the help they can get. So please, look after them carefully, and give your teeth a sporting chance. Wear a mouth guard.

Hicaps

Hicaps is an electronic health claiming and payments system that lets you process your claim automatically after your treatment and before you leave the surgery or practice. With Hicaps you no longer have to make a separate trip to your private health fund branch to lodge your claim or send your claim via the post. The claim is finalised on the spot immediately after your treatment.