Angular
Cheilitis is found at the corner of the mouth. It mostly occurs
on people who wear dentures or people who have a compromised
immune system.
Cause
When
skin folding is formed at the corner of the mouth
because of improper occlusion of the teeth, the
accumulation of saliva at the corner of the mouth
causes micro-organisms such as Staphylococcus
and fungus to proliferate and leads to Angular
Cheilitis.
Symptoms
Redness or ulceration around the corner of the mouth, with the affected area being itchy or painful. Therefore, discomfort will be felt when eating and speaking.
Mangement
Correct the occlusion. For example, adjust the height of the denture so that saliva will not accumulate at the corner of mouth.
Apply antibiotic and antifungal ointment.
Minimize movement of the corner of mouth so that affect area can heal.
