Pulpitis is inflammation of the tooth’s inner nerve — the pulp. Deep decay, trauma, or repeated dental work irritate it. Caught early, it is reversible; left alone, it progresses to a full infection.
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Sharp pain from cold or sweet that fades within seconds. The nerve is irritated but alive and recoverable — removing the cause (a cavity, a high filling) lets it settle.
Pain that lingers minutes after the trigger, spontaneous aching, or pain that wakes you. The nerve is dying — root canal therapy or extraction becomes necessary.
Cold and bite testing, an electric pulp test, and X-rays tell us which stage you are in — and that stage decides whether the tooth can heal or needs treatment inside.
Remove the irritant: clean the cavity, place a restoration, sometimes a protective liner. The nerve calms down over days to weeks once the cause is gone.
Root canal therapy removes the inflamed pulp, disinfects the space, and seals it — relieving pain immediately in most cases. A crown protects the tooth afterward.
Avoid very hot or cold foods, chew on the other side, and use OTC pain relief as directed. But do not let painkillers delay treatment — the clock is running.
Most pulpitis starts as an untreated cavity. Regular exams intercept decay while the nerve is still perfectly happy — the cheapest dentistry there is.
Our dentists combine modern diagnostics with gentle, patient-first care at every visit.
Call our office any time at (203) 327-7498 — we are happy to help.
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