The cracked mouth corners are the symptom of a problem called angular cheilitis or perleche (also known as cheilosis or angular stomatitis).

This problem manifests in the ulceration or the cracking of the corners of the mouth following the infection of those ares by a fungus or a bacteria.

In severe cases, these cracks ache or even bleed whenever the mouth is opened which causes a big discomfort in eating and speaking.

The causes of the infection :

The main cause of the infection is the accumulation of saliva in the corners of the mouth which favors the growth of the bacteria or the fungus.

This generally happens to people who are using ill-fitting dentures that cause the over closure of the mouth and creates folds in the sides of the lips where saliva builds up.

It can also happen following a long exposure to the sun or the cold weather. In this case, the lips become dry and irritated. and in an effort to relieve the irritation, the person may start to lick the lips and as a result, saliva builds up in the mouth corners and the infection kicks in.

Angular cheilitis (or cracked mouth corners) is more common among people who have a deficiency in iron or in vitamin B-12. Those who have a compromised immune system are also more vulnerable to this problem.

Treatment for cracked mouth corners :

Cracked mouth corners can be treated by many topical solutions like 1% hydro cortisone, MycologII or mycostatin.

The choice of the treatment depends on whether the origin of the infection is bacterial or fungal. And it's up to your doctor to determine the right treatment for each type of infection.

Home treatment for cracked mouth corners :

It is scientifically proven that the fungus or the bacteria that cause angular cheilitis can't live in dry environments. They need a moisturized environment to survive. Without that kind of environment they die within hours.

Based on that scientific truth, Katherine Saga, A formee angular cheilitis sufferer herself, has developed a home remedy for angular cheilitis that consists on using ingredients that you can easily find in your kitchen or bathroom.

This remedy kills the pathogens in a matter of hours and as a result it brings in an almost immediate relief from angular cheilitis. Click here to learn more about this remedy!