The OPTISMILE Podcast 58 - Parafunctional Habits - Cheek & Lip Biting
00:46 Why do people do this and how does it matter for your dental health?
Answer: Stress, anxiety or concentration triggers unconscious cheek/lip chewing, causing tissue damage and bite alterations.
02:43 Surely it creates a lot of damage if you’re chronically biting the soft tissues within your mouth?
Answer: Chronic chewing leads to frictional keratosis, callus formation, inflammation and may affect how your teeth meet.
03:55 And these habits, Dr Yudelman, can they actually affect your bite or lead to jaw alignment issues over time?
Answer: Yes; such habits can shift tooth position and…
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