Is there maybe a way to remove the scar tissue in my cheeks to prevent further cheek-biting? my teeth are all straight and well cared for.

Cheek biting: Hi Scott! If there are visible areas where you are biting your cheeks you may be able to have this painful tissue removed. In my practice I have a soft tissue laser to remove growths or overgrown tissue. There is probably a dentist in your area with a laser that can help you with this issue! Lasers are great for this as they cauterize as they work so you get very little bleeding. Best of luck!

Speak with dentist: Speak with your dentist. Surgery is not usually indicated for cheek biting. Possibly an occusal adjustment may be needed or a nightguard if you feel this is happening while you sleep.

See Dentist: Ultimately you should seek advice from your Dentist or an Oral Surgeon to evaluate this and discuss your options. Typically this "linea alba" or white line is from habitually sucking your cheek into or between your teeth. See if you notice yourself doing this over the next 5 days. If so, then do what you can to stop. if you cannot stop it, any tissue removal will only be temporary. Good Luck.

See your dentist: Rinse with warm salt water 3-4 times a day, Ibuprofen or Tylenol (acetaminophen) (one tab.3-4 hours as needed for pain) work well to alleviate the tenderness and discomfort. Also apply compounded topical cream. If you have been suffering from chronic cheek biting (Morsicatio buccarum), then it is best to visit the dentist and get the cause and the condition treated at the earliest.

Cheek biting: Step one has to be your ability to stop the habit. Your "scar tissue" may well resolve on its own with time once you do that. If not, speak to an Oral Surgeon regarding treatment options.