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Can' hardly open and close my mouth without biting my left cheek. it's become so often that i now have a line/bulge on my cheek from all the biting.

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

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Something's wrong: That your cheek is so swollen inside. You could have an infected/ enlarged gland or just swelling from the inflammation from all the bites. Someone needs to check your cheek for a cause and make sure that your jaw alignment is OK. You can start with a clinic for this but may need a dentist/oral surgeon. Good luck!

Dr Roth agreed

Answered 8/15/2016

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A member asked:

Can' hardly open and close my mouth without biting my left cheek. it's become so often that i now have a line/bulge on my cheek from all the biting.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Dr Roth agreed

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