The function of the glottis is to make several voicing sounds between the vocal folds when they vibrate. Voiceless consonants include the English h, f, s, p, t and k sounds. The glottis functions... The function of the glottis is to make several voicing sounds between the vocal folds when they vibrate. Voiceless consonants include the English h, f, s, p, t and k sounds.
Misophonia sufferers find these sounds more than just mildly annoying. Beginning in late childhood or early adolescence, the condition causes extreme anger, anxiety and terror when a trigger sound, such as chewing gum, is heard.
Dr. Connelly says another reason for cheek noshing is misalignment. When your teeth aren't in the correct position, it can lead to chronic cheek chewing, which can be problematic. A lot of the time, the compulsive habit is just ânervous lip and cheek biting thatâs akin to biting oneâs nails, he says.