Pulpitis

Pulpitis is inflammation of dental pulp, usually from caries/trauma/restoration, either reversible (sharp transient pain, no spontaneous) or irreversible (severe spontaneous/night pain, prolonged thermal response). Treatment: reversible - remove caries, indirect/Direct pulp cap, restoration; irreversible - root canal therapy or extraction; analgesics; antibiotics if spreading infection; avoid extreme temperatures; follow-up; oral hygiene; treat caries preventively.

Common Symptoms

Tooth pain; thermal sensitivity; spontaneous/night pain (irreversible); by reversible/irreversible

Causes and Pathogenesis

Caries/trauma/restoration irritates pulp, causing inflammation and possible necrosis.

Treatment

Reversible: pulp cap/restoration; irreversible: root canal/extraction; analgesics; antibiotics if infection

Preventive Measures

Treat caries early; oral hygiene; dental check-ups.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Endodontics/Restorative Dentistry department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.