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I've just got braces and now realise that i have a habit of licking the roof of my mouth/back of my teeth and it hurts - how do i stop??
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Habits: Stopping habits requires recognition (which you already realize) and will power. It's really that simple. No one can do it for you and there are no special tricks. Occupy your thoughts with other diversions.... sports, reading, games, conversation, etc.
Answered 10/15/2020
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Try: Try taking 1 200mg Ibuprofen 4x/day for 3-4 days. May reduce stimulus. Or talk to your Orthodontist about a Tongue Guard.
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