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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Pulpitis
			\| synonyms =
			\| pronunciation =
			\| specialty = [[Endodontics]]
			\| symptoms = [[Toothache]], [[sensitivity to hot and cold]], [[swelling]]
			\| complications = [[Dental abscess]], [[tooth loss]]
			\| onset =
			\| duration =
			\| types = [[Reversible pulpitis]], [[Irreversible pulpitis]]
			\| causes = [[Dental caries]], [[trauma]], [[dental procedures]]
			\| risks = Poor [[oral hygiene]], [[dental decay]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[dental X-rays]]
			\| differential = [[Periodontitis]], [[periapical abscess]]
			\| prevention = Good [[oral hygiene]], regular [[dental check-ups]]
			\| treatment = [[Root canal therapy]], [[tooth extraction]]
			\| medication = [[Analgesics]], [[antibiotics]]
			\| prognosis = Good with treatment
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	'''Pulpitis''' is a condition characterized by inflammation of the dental pulp, which is the part of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels. It can be classified as either reversible or irreversible, depending on the severity and duration of the condition.		'''Pulpitis''' is a condition characterized by inflammation of the dental pulp, which is the part of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels. It can be classified as either reversible or irreversible, depending on the severity and duration of the condition.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Pulpitis is typically caused by [[bacterial infection]]s that invade the tooth, often as a result of tooth decay or trauma. Other potential causes include repeated dental procedures, large fillings, cracks or chips in the teeth, and severe gum disease.		Pulpitis is typically caused by [[bacterial infection]]s that invade the tooth, often as a result of tooth decay or trauma. Other potential causes include repeated dental procedures, large fillings, cracks or chips in the teeth, and severe gum disease.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The symptoms of pulpitis can vary depending on whether the condition is reversible or irreversible. In general, symptoms may include:		The symptoms of pulpitis can vary depending on whether the condition is reversible or irreversible. In general, symptoms may include:

	* [[Toothache]]		* [[Toothache]]
	* Sensitivity to hot or cold		* Sensitivity to hot or cold
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	* Swelling or redness in the gums around the affected tooth		* Swelling or redness in the gums around the affected tooth
	* Fever		* Fever

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Diagnosis of pulpitis typically involves a dental examination and may also include X-rays to assess the extent of the condition. The dentist may also perform a pulp vitality test, which can help determine whether the pulp is healthy, inflamed, or dead.		Diagnosis of pulpitis typically involves a dental examination and may also include X-rays to assess the extent of the condition. The dentist may also perform a pulp vitality test, which can help determine whether the pulp is healthy, inflamed, or dead.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for pulpitis depends on the severity and type of the condition. For reversible pulpitis, treatment may involve removing the cause of the inflammation, such as decay, and placing a filling. For irreversible pulpitis, a [[root canal]] treatment or tooth extraction may be necessary.		Treatment for pulpitis depends on the severity and type of the condition. For reversible pulpitis, treatment may involve removing the cause of the inflammation, such as decay, and placing a filling. For irreversible pulpitis, a [[root canal]] treatment or tooth extraction may be necessary.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Prevention of pulpitis primarily involves maintaining good oral hygiene, including regular brushing and flossing, and regular dental check-ups. It is also important to avoid foods and drinks that are high in sugar, as these can contribute to tooth decay.		Prevention of pulpitis primarily involves maintaining good oral hygiene, including regular brushing and flossing, and regular dental check-ups. It is also important to avoid foods and drinks that are high in sugar, as these can contribute to tooth decay.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Dental pulp]]		* [[Dental pulp]]
	* [[Tooth decay]]		* [[Tooth decay]]
	* [[Root canal]]		* [[Root canal]]

	[[Category:Dental diseases]]		[[Category:Dental diseases]]
	[[Category:Inflammation]]		[[Category:Inflammation]]

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'''Pulpitis''' is a condition characterized by inflammation of the dental pulp, which is the part of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels. It can be classified as either reversible or irreversible, depending on the severity and duration of the condition.

== Causes ==
Pulpitis is typically caused by [[bacterial infection]]s that invade the tooth, often as a result of tooth decay or trauma. Other potential causes include repeated dental procedures, large fillings, cracks or chips in the teeth, and severe gum disease.

== Symptoms ==
The symptoms of pulpitis can vary depending on whether the condition is reversible or irreversible. In general, symptoms may include:

* [[Toothache]]
* Sensitivity to hot or cold
* Pain when biting or chewing
* Swelling or redness in the gums around the affected tooth
* Fever

== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of pulpitis typically involves a dental examination and may also include X-rays to assess the extent of the condition. The dentist may also perform a pulp vitality test, which can help determine whether the pulp is healthy, inflamed, or dead.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for pulpitis depends on the severity and type of the condition. For reversible pulpitis, treatment may involve removing the cause of the inflammation, such as decay, and placing a filling. For irreversible pulpitis, a [[root canal]] treatment or tooth extraction may be necessary.

== Prevention ==
Prevention of pulpitis primarily involves maintaining good oral hygiene, including regular brushing and flossing, and regular dental check-ups. It is also important to avoid foods and drinks that are high in sugar, as these can contribute to tooth decay.

== See also ==
* [[Dental pulp]]
* [[Tooth decay]]
* [[Root canal]]

[[Category:Dental diseases]]
[[Category:Inflammation]]

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