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I have had the corners of my lips cracking and bleeding since 2014. it hurts and its embarrassing. i do wear a retainer but i take it out that night. i have tryed a lot of ointments and chapsticks. i dont lick my lips cuz it hurts. help?

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Contact dermatitis?: Need to rule out irritant, mechanical or allergic contact reaction. This could involve the ointments or the retainer. Just a starting point...

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Answered 11/28/2017

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Cracked lip corners: May be Angular Chelitis, which can indicate vitamin B defficiency. Can be from excessive salivation. May be allergic response to the materials in your retainer. Please see BOTH an Orthodontist and an Allergist to begin the diagnostic process.

Answered 10/31/2018

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A member asked:

I have had the corners of my lips cracking and bleeding since 2014. it hurts and its embarrassing. i do wear a retainer but i take it out that night. i have tryed a lot of ointments and chapsticks. i dont lick my lips cuz it hurts. help?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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Dr Chuu agreed

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