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Does cheek biting lead to cancer ,has any research proven it ???

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Sort of: Research has shown that regular repetitive irritation anywhere in the body can cause deterioration of tissue integrity, sometimes resulting in cancer. If you are constantly biting your cheek your cheek may be swollen, or your teeth may be maligned. Please see your Dentist.

Answered 7/10/2017

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