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Your smile is one of your most prominent features. It influences relationships, self-confidence, and personal comfort. For years, patients in Payson, UT, have looked to Dr. Cheyn Gunnerson at Gunnerson Dental to help maintain, improve, and restore their smiles. From simple routine maintenance to more complex procedures, Dr. Gunnerson brings a wealth of knowledge and […]

The look and feel of your smile are some of the most important aspects of daily life. Missing teeth can affect your self-confidence, overall health and can put your other teeth at risk. Luckily, Dr. Cheyn Gunnerson at Gunnerson Dental in Payson, UT, offers reliable, affordable dental implants, which are considered the best alternative to […]

Cosmetic changes have the power to transform the way you look and feel, as well as the way others perceive you. One of the easiest ways to make a quick and impactful change is to whiten your teeth. When your smile is bright and sparkling, you feel better about yourself, and it shows. You walk […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus. But what do you do if […]

Up to 80% of Americans experience some dental anxiety, and between 30 and 40 million of them avoid seeing the dentist because of it. While some anxiety about the dentist’s chair is natural, when it prevents you from getting the care you need, we sit up and take notice. Your dental health is extremely important […]

Dental veneers can correct lots of cosmetic issues, such as gaps, stains, cracks, uneven spacing, and worn teeth. In fact, the classic Hollywood smile is largely attributed to veneers. But perfect-looking teeth aren’t the only reason why veneers are so popular. In fact, for many of our patients, porcelain veneers are a way to protect their teeth […]

Snoring can be downright annoying, but it can also contribute to the development of many chronic illnesses. But not everyone who snores has sleep apnea. Other symptoms that often accompany sleep apnea are waking up and gasping for air, having difficulty concentrating throughout the day, and feeling drowsy due to poor quality sleep. Sleep apnea […]

Estimates show that 91% of American adults have cavities and dental issues that they could easily prevent with a toothbrush and a pea-size amount of toothpaste. But most Americans do brush, so why do so many of them suffer from dental issues? The answer is simple: Brushing twice a day isn’t enough to ensure good oral health. […]

One in 3 Americans has gingivitis, but that doesn’t mean gingivitis is inevitable.  Some historical findings suggest that the adoption of farming 10,000 years ago, with the introduction of barley and wheat, may have contributed to gum inflammation. Starches in grains tend to tip the balance toward bad bacteria in the mouth, the same type of bacteria that […]

Believe it or not, we now fix chipped, cracked, stained, and missing teeth in just one dental appointment.  How is this possible? CEREC® Same-Day Restoration Technology is a novel approach that shortens the time for some dental procedures from a couple of weeks to a couple of hours.  Studies that looked at the satisfaction rate […]