How To Stop Biting Your Lips: Expert Advice & Tips

The first step to combating lip biting is awareness, but stopping entirely is far easier said than done, especially when you consider that for many, it’s a deeply ingrained habit. Dr. Khan advises identifying your triggers and asking yourself: “Am I lip biting because I feel bored, anxious, stressed or otherwise?” If your trigger is emotional, you might benefit from therapy; Dr. Khan suggests working with a qualified therapist to unravel the underlying causes and to help develop coping mechanisms, replacing lip biting with “healthier” habits. “This could be using a stress ball, sucking on a mint, or chewing gum to provide oral stimulation to replace lip biting,” he offers.