The best time to get a custom mouthguard is four to six weeks before your first training session or game. That leaves time for a 3D scan, manufacture (5–10 working days at smilogy) and a few sessions wearing it in before contact starts. At smilogy, custom mouthguards are made in Sydney from a digital scan, from $99 for kids, $165 for teens and adults, and $225 for a pro triple-layer guard.
This guide is for players, parents and club organisers getting ready for the season: when to book, which protection level suits which sport, and when an old guard needs replacing.
Pre-season timeline
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| 6 weeks out | Check last season’s guard for fit and wear. Kids and teens usually need a new one each season as teeth and jaws change. |
| 4–6 weeks out | Book a 3D scan at a club scan day or at our Castle Hill or Edgecliff clinic. |
| 2–4 weeks out | Your guard is made in our Sydney lab and delivered within 5–10 working days. |
| First sessions | Wear it at training before game day so talking, breathing and drinking feel normal. |
If you’ve been scanned by smilogy before, your scan is stored on file, so a replacement can often be made without a new scan.
Which protection level do you need?
Smilogy mouthguards come in three thicknesses. The right one depends on your age and how much contact your sport involves.
| Level | Price | Typically suited to |
|---|---|---|
| kids (single layer) | $99 | younger players and lower-contact junior sport |
| standard (double layer) | $165 | teens and adults in most team sports, such as netball, hockey, basketball and touch |
| pro (triple layer) | $225 | higher-contact sports such as rugby league, rugby union, AFL, boxing and martial arts |
All prices include GST. Club colours, names and initials are available. Your clinician can recommend a level if you’re not sure.
Why custom instead of boil-and-bite?
A custom mouthguard is made to the exact shape of your teeth, so it stays in place without clenching and is easier to talk and breathe in. Boil-and-bite guards are moulded at home and fit varies. We compare the two in detail in custom vs “boil & bite” mouthguards.
When to replace a mouthguard
- it feels loose, or you have to bite down to keep it in
- there are tears, holes or chewed edges
- it’s been through a growth spurt, braces or new dental work
- it’s warped from heat (hot cars and direct sun are the usual cause)
Most players get one to two seasons from a guard. Children often need a new one every season.
Getting fitted
There are two ways to get scanned:
- At your club. If your club is a smilogy partner, we scan players on site at a club scan day. Find your club.
- At a clinic. Book a quick 3D scan at smilogy Castle Hill or Edgecliff. See custom mouthguards in Sydney for details.
FAQs
How long does a custom mouthguard take?
Usually 5–10 working days from your scan to delivery.
How much is a custom mouthguard at smilogy?
$99 for kids, $165 for the standard double-layer guard and $225 for the pro triple-layer guard, including GST.
Can I claim a mouthguard on my health fund?
Many extras policies include custom mouthguards. Check with your fund what you’re covered for. We claim on the spot through HICAPS at our clinics.
What if it doesn’t fit?
If your mouthguard doesn’t fit, we reprint it at no charge.
Clinically reviewed by Dr Luke Cronin, smilogy. Last reviewed November 2026.
This article is general information only and isn’t a substitute for advice from a registered dental practitioner.