Question 1

what's a good way to stop biting my nails when i don't even realize i'm doing it?

Accepted Answer

Clear nail polish: Obviously, good will power is the best and cheapest treatment.  Unfortunately it's not realistic or we would have no "bad habits".  A nice trick i've seen work on a few patients is to try clear nail polish which makes the nail taste horrible and thus no more biting.

Question 2

i have quit biting my nails, after 10+ yrs. but i need more incentive to want to continue. why shouldn't i bite my nails? i just feel urge & comfort

Accepted Answer

Because: It's not healthy for your teeth as well as your nails and nail beds to do that as this damages your teeth and might give you potential TMJ problems as well as hurting your nails and weakening them.

Question 3

i cannot stop biting my nails?

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Nail biting: Once you get into this habit it is difficult to break. You could try soaking your finger tips into a paste made of soem bitter melon  and leaving it on for about 10-15 miinutes and then just wiping the paste off wihtout washing it off. Then if you will not want to put those finger tips into your mouth to nibble at your nails. It is totally benign as far as side effets go.

Question 4

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Nail biting.: One thing I've heard is to simply video yourself biting your nails so you can see what others see.  You will be shocked at how gross it appears to others.  For some people this can be enough to make them stop.  Other things include putting something bitter or sour on your nails.  Best of luck.

Question 5

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Notice it: Often if you can notice that it is happening, you can stop these kinds of habits.  However, some will paint their nails with jalapeno juice or some other vile taste to help remind you not to.  The other thing you try is to carry nail clippers or files with you, as often it is the desire to clear a hangnail that starts it.

Question 6

advice on how to stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Bitter nail polish: Try applying bitter nail polish.  This may help break the urge.

Question 7

why is biting your nails such a bad habit?

Accepted Answer

Not: RELAX. It is not a bad habit. No one knows why some people compulsively chew their nails.

Question 8

how do i break my habit of biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Put something...: On them that tastes terrible, yet is harmless - lemon juice, castor oil, etc.

Question 9

what is a good way to stop biting your nails?

Accepted Answer

Biting Nails: Try an over-the-counter product aimed at stopping nail biting. There are many creams and serums you can buy at the drugstore that promise to help you stop biting your nails. These treatments are applied to the nails and cuticles and leave them with a bitter taste so that when you put your fingers in your mouth they will taste bad. Over time, you will associate biting your nails with bad taste.

Question 10

how do you get your kid to stop biting nails?

Accepted Answer

Difficult!: Nail biting is a very difficult habit to break.  One thing you could do is have your child keep his hands covered with gloves to break the cycle of nail biting. Gently removing the childs fingers from their mouth each time you notice them biting is another method. In pharmacies, if you can find it, is nail biters liquid.  This is a very bitter liquid painted on to the nails, and discourages biting.

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