Inflamed skin
Scarred marks form
How to Correct It:
Become aware of the movement. Keep your hands busy or in your pockets. In a few weeks, the habit disappears.
The jaw is a muscle. If you only use one side, that side develops more and the other weakens, causing:
Facial asymmetry
Misaligned jaw
Visually crooked face
How to correct it:
Chew on both sides alternately and eat foods that force the jaw to work (apples, carrots, nuts, natural gum).
Dehydration
Dark circles under the eyes
Facial tension