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The primary treatment approach for cheilitis caused by increased interocclusal space focuses on decreasing the interocclusal space. This condition often leads to an alteration in the oral environment that can exacerbate irritation of the lips and surrounding tissues, resulting in cheilitis. By decreasing the interocclusal space, practitioners can help realign the occlusion, which can alleviate the mechanical stress and friction that contributes to the symptoms of cheilitis.

In this context, the reduction in interocclusal space may also allow for improved lip closure and reduced exposure to environmental irritants, thereby promoting healing of the affected tissue. While other treatment methods, such as antibiotic therapy or anti-inflammatory medications, may assist in managing secondary infections or inflammatory components of cheilitis, they do not address the underlying mechanical issue caused by the increased interocclusal space. Getting to the root cause is essential for effective management of the condition.