Dear Dr. Roach: No one seems to understand a bad habit of mine, especially dentists! I bite off the loose skin on the inside of my cheeks. I remove little bits of cheek matter that is loose and sort ...
Biting the inside of your cheek may seem trivial, but it can turn into a frustrating cycle. The area becomes swollen, causing you to have an easier time biting it again. In no time, you're left with ...
(CNN) — Compulsive nail-biting, skin-picking, hairpulling, and lip- and cheek-biting are among a range of body-focused repetitive behaviors, or BFRBs, that can become a source of distress, but new ...
To stop grinding your teeth, ask your dentist about getting a mouth guard or restoring your bite. You can also try to stop grinding your teeth by managing stress and practicing jaw exercises. If left ...
Infections, injuries, jaw problems, and cancer can all cause mouth pain. The location and type of pain, plus any other symptoms that occur with it, can help with identifying the cause. The pain may ...