Sleep Apnea

Don’t struggle with this common issue that can leave you feeling tired all day. Our team provides effective solutions for your sleep apnea symptoms, ensuring you get the rest you deserve. By choosing us, you’ll take a step toward better sleep and healthier living.

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Rest Better With Relief From Sleep Apnea in Payson

Don’t struggle with sleep apnea in Payson. It’s a common issue that can leave you feeling tired all day. Our team provides effective solutions for your sleep apnea symptoms, ensuring you get the rest you deserve. By choosing us, you’ll take a step toward better sleep and healthier living. Here’s how you can benefit.

Get personalized care tailored to your needs
Enjoy a better night’s sleep
Feel more energetic during the day
Lower your risk for related health problems
Improve your mood and reduce irritability
Experience fewer morning headaches

Contact us today at 385-600-6718 to schedule an appointment. Let us help you breathe easier and sleep better. Take control of your sleep apnea symptoms and start enjoying a fuller, healthier life.

Step 1

Schedule Your Appointment

Call (385) 446-4947 or make an appointment online with Payson’s trusted expert in sleep apnea treatment.

Step 2

Receive Treatment

Visit our welcoming Payson practice, where you’ll receive a customized treatment plan designed to address your sleep apnea.

Step 3

Live a Life Transformed

After treatment with Dr. Gunnerson, enjoy the life-changing benefits of quality sleep. Feel energized, reduce health risks, and experience a newfound sense of well-being.

Our Sleep Apnea Treatment Methods

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Sleep
Appliances

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Myofunctional
Therapy

Custom
Sleep Appliance

A custom sleep apnea appliance, designed specifically for your mouth so that it fits comfortably. It moves your lower jaw slightly forward to keep your airway open so you can breathe easily. Unlike a CPAP, it is silent and requires no special care. Both you and your bed partner with find it less disruptive than a CPAP. It’s so portable, you can take it with you anywhere.

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Myofunctional Therapy

This innovative approach focuses on retraining the muscles of your face, jaw, and tongue to function properly. This reduces strain on your TMJs and alleviates your symptoms. Our skilled team will guide you through a series of exercises and techniques to improve your oral posture, breathing, and swallowing patterns. This promotes long-term relief and improved overall health.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep Apnea Treatment Options in Utah

Q: What are alternatives to CPAP for treating sleep apnea?

A: If you’re struggling with CPAP compliance, a sleep apnea appliance may be a great solution. Oral appliances are custom-made devices that reposition the jaw to keep the airway open during sleep. They’re quiet, compact, and often more comfortable—especially for mild to moderate cases of obstructive sleep apnea.

Q: How do I find effective sleep apnea treatment near me?

A: Searching for sleep apnea treatment near me can lead to a variety of options, but it’s essential to work with a clinic that understands both the dental and airway components of the condition. The TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Utah offers targeted, non-invasive solutions that go beyond CPAP, tailored to your needs.

Q: Can TMJ issues make sleep apnea worse?

A: Yes. There is a strong connection between TMJ and sleep apnea. Misaligned jaws and poor oral posture can restrict the airway, making symptoms more severe. Treating TMJ dysfunction alongside sleep apnea can lead to better outcomes, particularly when using oral appliance therapy.

Q: Where can I find a sleep apnea doctor near me who specializes in non-CPAP options?

A: If you’re looking for a sleep apnea doctor near me, the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Utah offers comprehensive evaluations and therapy from a team skilled in dental sleep medicine. Our focus is on finding comfortable, effective solutions that address both the cause and the symptoms of your sleep disorder.

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Meet Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson

Your TMJ & Sleep Apnea Dentist in Payson, UT

Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson is a clinician dedicated to helping people reclaim comfort, balance, and better sleep through advanced TMJ and sleep therapy. With a deep understanding of how airway, muscle, and joint function work together, he takes a whole-body approach to restoring natural alignment and long-term wellness.

As a graduate of the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry, where he excelled in the top five percent of his class, Dr. Gunnerson has invested thousands of hours in post-graduate education to ensure he provides top-tier care to his patients in Payson.

Known for his approachable style and genuine care, Dr. Gunnerson believes that healing starts with understanding, not just treating symptoms. His work blends clinical precision with real-world practicality, helping patients experience life free from the pain, tension, and fatigue that often go unnoticed for years.

Whether in the clinic or behind the podcast mic, his goal is simple: to help people breathe better, sleep better, and live better.

Meet Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson

Your TMJ & Sleep Apnea Dentist in Payson, UT

Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson is a clinician dedicated to helping people reclaim comfort, balance, and better sleep through advanced TMJ and sleep therapy. With a deep understanding of how airway, muscle, and joint function work together, he takes a whole-body approach to restoring natural alignment and long-term wellness.

As a graduate of the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry, where he excelled in the top five percent of his class, Dr. Gunnerson has invested thousands of hours in post-graduate education to ensure he provides top-tier care to his patients in Payson.

Known for his approachable style and genuine care, Dr. Gunnerson believes that healing starts with understanding, not just treating symptoms. His work blends clinical precision with real-world practicality, helping patients experience life free from the pain, tension, and fatigue that often go unnoticed for years.

Whether in the clinic or behind the podcast mic, his goal is simple: to help people breathe better, sleep better, and live better.

Meet Dr. Valenzuela

Empowering Health Through Restful Sleep and Whole-Body Wellness

Dr. Valenzuela is a triple board-certified physician who focuses on helping pediatric and adult patients achieve optimal health through quality sleep and a general approach to wellness. With a focus on sleep and its impact on overall well-being, Dr. V is dedicated to helping individuals feel well-rested and refreshed, every single day.

Meet Dr. Valenzuela

Empowering Health Through Restful Sleep and Whole-Body Wellness

Dr. Valenzuela is a triple board-certified physician who focuses on helping pediatric and adult patients achieve optimal health through quality sleep and a general approach to wellness. With a focus on sleep and its impact on overall well-being, Dr. V is dedicated to helping individuals feel well-rested and refreshed, every single day.

Meet Dr. Mindy Lunceford

Your Myofunctional Therapy Specialist & RDH in Payson, UT

Since graduating from Dental Hygiene school in 1997, I've been on a mission to help smiles shine a little brighter and lives feel a little healthier. In 2020, I added myofunctional therapy to my toolkit, blending science and care to support both kids and adults on their path to better health. There's nothing quite like seeing someone thrive-and knowing you played a small part in that transformation. I've been joyfully married since 1995, and life has blessed us with five amazing adult children and two sweet grandchildren who keep our hearts full and our schedules delightfully busy. When I'm not working, you'll likely find me with soil on my hands in the garden, a spoon in my hand in the kitchen, or a suitcase by the door—ready for the next adventure. I have a soft spot for baking (especially with real, high-quality vanilla), musicals, cozy theater nights, and wandering through beautiful places. Switzerland and Japan are among my favorite travel destinations, but a piece of my heart will always belong to Grenada, West Indies, where I lived for nearly two years. My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving-because food, family, and gratitude are the best combination. I believe caramel apples are a perfectly acceptable snack at any time of year, that shrimp and steak are better when shared, and that nothing beats the flavor of a sun-warmed, freshly picked peach. And if you ask me what my favorite color is, I'll say: the colors of sunrise and sunset—because that's when the world feels most magical.

Meet Dr. Mindy Lunceford

Your Myofunctional Therapy Specialist & RDH in Payson, UT

Since graduating from Dental Hygiene school in 1997, I've been on a mission to help smiles shine a little brighter and lives feel a little healthier. In 2020, I added myofunctional therapy to my toolkit, blending science and care to support both kids and adults on their path to better health. There's nothing quite like seeing someone thrive-and knowing you played a small part in that transformation. I've been joyfully married since 1995, and life has blessed us with five amazing adult children and two sweet grandchildren who keep our hearts full and our schedules delightfully busy. When I'm not working, you'll likely find me with soil on my hands in the garden, a spoon in my hand in the kitchen, or a suitcase by the door—ready for the next adventure. I have a soft spot for baking (especially with real, high-quality vanilla), musicals, cozy theater nights, and wandering through beautiful places. Switzerland and Japan are among my favorite travel destinations, but a piece of my heart will always belong to Grenada, West Indies, where I lived for nearly two years. My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving-because food, family, and gratitude are the best combination. I believe caramel apples are a perfectly acceptable snack at any time of year, that shrimp and steak are better when shared, and that nothing beats the flavor of a sun-warmed, freshly picked peach. And if you ask me what my favorite color is, I'll say: the colors of sunrise and sunset—because that's when the world feels most magical.

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To Meeting You

Start your journey to better sleep and lasting relief. At The TMJ and Sleep Therapy Centre of Utah, we help you live pain-free and wake up refreshed. Reach out today to begin your transformation.

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(385) 446-4947

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33 W 300 South Suite 1,
Payson, UT 84651

Sleep Apnea