Myofunctional Therapy For Children
Understanding the Impact
Benefits of Myofunctional Therapy for Children
- Encourages nasal breathing, improving oxygen intake and reducing the risk of sleep-disordered breathing.
- Enhances articulation by strengthening tongue and facial muscles.
- Teaches correct swallowing patterns, preventing tongue thrust and associated dental issues.
- Guides proper jaw growth, reducing the likelihood of orthodontic problems.
- Addresses thumb sucking, nail biting, and other habits that can affect oral health.
Step 1
Schedule Your Appointment
Call (385) 446-4947 or make an appointment online with Payson’s number one TMJ and sleep dentist.
Step 2
Receive Treatment
Join us at our beautiful Payson practice to receive high-quality treatment that’ll leave you pain-free and with a good night’s sleep.
Step 3
Live a Life Transformed
After treatment with Dr. Gunnerson, you’ll have a new lease on life. Live your life to the fullest without pain or sleepless nights.
Our Treatment Approach
Our therapy sessions are engaging and tailored to each child’s needs.
Regular sessions, combined with at-home exercises, ensure lasting results.
Techniques include:
Tongue Strengthening
To promote proper posture and mobility.
Breathing Techniques
To encourage nasal breathing.
Swallowing Training
To establish correct swallowing patterns.
Habit Elimination Strategies
To address detrimental oral behaviors.
Start Your Journey To Better Sleep
If you struggle with snoring or have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, myofunctional therapy could be the key to restful nights. Reach out to us to learn more about how this therapy can fit into your treatment plan.
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Trusted By Our Many Patients
Meet Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson
Your TMJ & Sleep Apnea Dentist in Payson, UT
Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson graduated from the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry, where he excelled and graduated in the top five percent of his class. Dr. Gunnerson has invested heavily in his post-graduate education, accumulating thousands of hours of training to ensure that he delivers top-tier care to his patients in Payson.
Meet Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson
Your TMJ & Sleep Apnea Dentist in Payson, UT
Dr. K. Cheyn Gunnerson graduated from the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry, where he excelled and graduated in the top five percent of his class. Dr. Gunnerson has invested heavily in his post-graduate education, accumulating thousands of hours of training to ensure that he delivers top-tier care to his patients in Payson.