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, ...
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 ...