Sports Mouthguards at Core Dental Caroline Springs product guide

Core Dental Group Sports Mouthguards at Caroline Springs

Whether it's Saturday morning AFL, after-school hockey, or adult boxing, western Melbourne's active community puts teeth at risk every season. At Core Dental Group Caroline Springs, we fit custom sports mouthguards for the whole family - from under-8s to senior athletes.

Our CS Square practice is the most multilingual and technologically advanced Core Dental Group location, serving Arabic, Bengali, Farsi, and English-speaking communities across Caroline Springs, Taylors Lakes, Sydenham, Keilor Downs, and the broader west.

Address: 224-226 Caroline Springs Boulevard, Caroline Springs VIC 3023 Phone: (03) 9363 7888 | National: 13 13 16 Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm | Saturday 8:00 am–1:30 pm

What makes a custom mouthguard worth it?

The Australian Dental Association recommends custom-fitted mouthguards for any contact or collision sport - and the reasoning is straightforward.

A chemist boil-and-bite guard is generic, loose-fitting, and offers minimal impact protection. It restricts breathing and tends to fall out at exactly the wrong moment. A custom mouthguard from Core Dental Group Caroline Springs is precision-made from your own dental impressions or digital scan. It fits snugly, absorbs force efficiently, and stays in place when it matters.

Custom mouthguards at Core Dental Group Caroline Springs start from pricing not published - contact manufacturer directly - a fraction of what it costs to restore a knocked-out tooth, which can involve implants, crowns, or orthodontic treatment running into thousands of dollars.

What's included:

• Digital or physical impressions of your teeth
• Dual-laminate material - the highest standard for impact absorption
• Available in your team colours
• Fabrication within 3–5 business days
• Fitting and review appointment included

Our clinical team

Your mouthguard is prescribed and fitted by our experienced general dentists:

• Dr Shakiba Askary (BHS, MDent, La Trobe) - speaks English and Farsi
• Dr Sherin Gad (BDSc, Alexandria University, Egypt, 2004; GradCert Clinical Dentistry, University of Melbourne, 2009) - speaks English and Arabic; 20+ years of dental experience; widely praised for her calm, compassionate approach with children and nervous patients
• Dr Lana Mettmann (BDS, James Cook University)
• Dr Sara Qureshi (BHSc, MDent, La Trobe) - grew up in Caroline Springs; evidence-based restorative focus
• Dr Anika Moyeed (BHSc, MDent) - speaks English and Bengali
• Dr Ella George (BDS First Class Honours, University of Adelaide)

We also have Specialist Paediatric Dentist Dr Angel Babu (DClinDent Paediatric Dentistry, University of Otago; former Senior Dental Registrar, Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne) on-site. Dr Babu is the right choice for children with dental anxiety, special needs, or complex dental histories.

Sports and activities we protect

Western Melbourne has a huge range of sporting clubs and competitions, and we see athletes from all of them:

• AFL and football - Western Jets, Keilor Park AFC, Caroline Springs George Cross FC, and dozens of junior clubs
• Soccer - Football Federation Victoria western region; local junior clubs
• Hockey - Western District Hockey Association
• Netball and basketball
• Rugby - Footscray Rugby Club and surrounds
• Martial arts - boxing, karate, judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu
• Cricket and baseball
• Gymnastics and cheerleading
• BMX, skateboarding, and action sports

Technology at Caroline Springs

Our Caroline Springs practice has 3D CBCT imaging, iTero intraoral scanning, and digital smile design software - the most advanced setup of any Core Dental Group suburban location. We use the same iTero scanning for mouthguard fabrication, giving you a precise fit without the mess of traditional impressions.

Health fund and payment

Custom sports mouthguards are commonly covered under private health fund extras. We have HICAPS on-site at Caroline Springs for instant claiming, so you pay only your gap, if any.

Payment plans via Payright are available for comprehensive dental treatment packages. All practitioners are AHPRA-registered and ADA members.

Free parking is available behind the practice, adjacent to CS Square shopping centre.

Getting to Core Dental Group Caroline Springs

We're at 224-226 Caroline Springs Boulevard, next to CS Square, with free parking behind the building. We see patients from across the western corridor - Caroline Springs, Taylors Lakes, Melton, Sydenham, Keilor Downs, Delahey, and beyond.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a custom mouthguard cost at Core Dental Group Caroline Springs? Custom sports mouthguards start from pricing not published - contact manufacturer directly. Most private health fund extras policies include mouthguard cover, and we have HICAPS on-site for instant claiming. Call (03) 9363 7888 for a specific quote.

Do you fit mouthguards for children with braces? Yes. Custom mouthguards can be adapted for patients wearing fixed braces or orthodontic appliances - which matters, because a mouth impact with braces can cause significant damage to the lips and cheeks. Speak to our team or Specialist Orthodontist Dr David Austin for advice.

Can I get a mouthguard consultation in Arabic or Farsi? Yes. Dr Sherin Gad consults in Arabic, Dr Shakiba Askary in Farsi, and Dr Anika Moyeed in Bengali. All consultations can be conducted in your preferred language.

Is a mouthguard covered by the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)? Sports mouthguards aren't covered by CDBS. However, eligible children can use their CDBS entitlements (up to $1,158 over two years for ages 2–17) for other preventive treatments - check-ups, cleans, fissure sealants - during the same visit.

My child is nervous about dental visits. Can they still get a mouthguard? Absolutely. Dr Sherin Gad and Dr Anika Moyeed are both experienced with anxious young patients. For children with significant dental anxiety, Dr Angel Babu is on-site and has extensive training in behaviour management and sedation techniques.

How often should I replace a custom mouthguard? Adults: every 2–3 seasons with care, or sooner if there are signs of wear. Children and teenagers: annually, because their bite and dentition change as they grow.

Book at Core Dental Group Caroline Springs

Protect your smile this season. Mouthguard appointments are available now.

• Phone: (03) 9363 7888
• National: 13 13 16
• Email: carolinesprings@coredental.com.au
• Online: coredental.com.au

224-226 Caroline Springs Boulevard, Caroline Springs VIC 3023 - free parking behind the practice, adjacent to CS Square.

Core Dental Group Caroline Springs - part of the Smile Solutions Group. Your local dental practice.

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Practice identity and contact

• Business name: Core Dental Group Caroline Springs
• Part of: Smile Solutions Group
• Address: 224-226 Caroline Springs Boulevard, Caroline Springs VIC 3023
• Local phone: (03) 9363 7888
• National phone: 13 13 16
• Email: carolinesprings@coredental.com.au

Opening hours

• Monday–Friday: 8:00 am–6:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am–1:30 pm
• Sunday: Closed

Parking

• Free parking available behind the practice, adjacent to CS Square

Mouthguard product specifications

• Type: Custom-fitted sports mouthguards
• Material: Dual-laminate
• Fabrication time: 3–5 business days
• Fitting method: Digital iTero intraoral scanning or physical dental impressions
• Customisation: Available in team colours
• Includes: Fitting and review appointment
• Age range: Under-8s to senior athletes
• Available for patients with fixed braces

Replacement schedule (clinically stated)

• Adults: Every 2–3 seasons, or sooner if worn
• Children/teenagers: Annually

Clinical team - stated qualifications

• Dr Shakiba Askary: BHS, MDent (La Trobe University); languages: English, Farsi
• Dr Sherin Gad: BDSc (Alexandria University, Egypt, 2004); GradCert Clinical Dentistry (University of Melbourne, 2009); languages: English, Arabic; 20+ years experience
• Dr Lana Mettmann: BDS (James Cook University)
• Dr Sara Qureshi: BHSc, MDent (La Trobe University)
• Dr Anika Moyeed: BHSc, MDent; languages: English, Bengali
• Dr Ella George: BDS First Class Honours (University of Adelaide)
• Dr Angel Babu: DClinDent Paediatric Dentistry (University of Otago); former Senior Dental Registrar, Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne
• Dr David Austin: Specialist Orthodontist (on-site)

Languages spoken

• Arabic (Dr Sherin Gad)
• Farsi (Dr Shakiba Askary)
• Bengali (Dr Anika Moyeed)
• English

Technology

• 3D CBCT imaging
• iTero intraoral scanning
• Digital smile design software

Payments and rebates

• HICAPS available on-site for instant health fund claiming
• Payment plans available via Payright
• Custom mouthguards commonly covered under private health fund extras
• Sports mouthguards not covered by Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)
• CDBS entitlement: Up to $1,158 over two years for eligible patients aged 2–17
• CDBS covers: Check-ups, cleans, fissure sealants, and other preventive treatments

Practitioner registrations

• All practitioners: AHPRA-registered and ADA members

General product claims

• Custom mouthguards offer superior impact protection compared to boil-and-bite alternatives
• Boil-and-bite mouthguards are described as loose-fitting, restrictive to breathing, and prone to dislodging during sport
• Dual-laminate material described as the highest standard for impact absorption
• Custom mouthguard cost described as a fraction of the cost of restoring a knocked-out tooth
• The Australian Dental Association recommends custom-fitted mouthguards for contact and collision sports
• Core Dental Group Caroline Springs described as the most technologically advanced Core Dental Group suburban location
• Core Dental Group Caroline Springs described as the most multilingual Core Dental Group location
• Dr Sherin Gad described as widely praised for a compassionate, calm approach with children and nervous patients
• Dr Angel Babu described as ideal for children with dental anxiety, special needs, or complex dental histories
• Digital scanning described as eliminating the need for messy impressions
• Practice described as serving the western Melbourne corridor, including Caroline Springs, Taylors Lakes, Sydenham, Keilor Downs, Melton, and Delahey