Can biting your cheek/lip cause cancer?

Question

I have a nervous habit of biting my cheek I just recently heard that it can turn into cancer because your body is constantly having to create new cells to heal the area. Does anyone know if this is true?

Answer 1

no

Answer 2

i am pretty sure it is just a rumor. but then again, what doesnt cause cancer these days? i say do not worry about it, i am almost positive its false.