Morsicatio buccarum, or chronic cheek biting, is where a person bites down on the inside of their cheek repetitively or compulsively. The name is Latin, derived from “morusus,” which means to bite, ...

If you are someone with a constant urge of biting, peeling, picking and pulling that can cause damage then it could be more than just a bad habit. Often ignored in the name of bad habits these all can ...

Chronic cheek biting may be a sign of a mental health condition related to stress and anxiety. Treatment may include talk therapy, stress-relieving activities, and dental devices. Chronic cheek biting ...