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I have chewed my cheeks for a long time. my wisdom teeth are coming on and off but i noticed in the back upper corners of my mouth is redness and sore?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Stop chewing: Stop chewing. If symptoms continue, see an oral surgeon for both that and wisdom teeth.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 11/16/2016

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

See your Dentist: Appliance therapy can eliminate your pernicious habit. Dentist can also evaluate your wisdom teeth and, if necessary, refer you to an Oral Surgeon for treatment.

Dr Douglas agreed

Answered 11/17/2016

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A member asked:

I have chewed my cheeks for a long time. my wisdom teeth are coming on and off but i noticed in the back upper corners of my mouth is redness and sore?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Dr Malerman agreed

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr Douglas agreed

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