How to stop chewing my lips and cheeks?
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Get your dentist to fit you for a clear mouthgard that fits over your teeth and can be worn all the time. I have one to stop me from grinding my teeth.
Chew on paper!
Start biting your finger nails.
it's a nervous habit, I do it to. The best way to stop is to chew gum. Remember chewing the inside of your smouth can lead to oral cancer. that alone should make you stop.
lots of gum
I have a problem chewing the sides of my mouth and lips too. Instead of doing those horrid habits I chew on gum or sunflower seeds.
I don't want to upset you, but please know that if you keep doing this that the repeated trauma to the area and cells may cause them to begin to change and that it may put you at a higher risk for oral cancer. I find that sugarfree mints helps keep me occupied. Good luck!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
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