Reversible Pulpitis
Reversible pulpitis is caused when a carious lesion approaches the dental pulp. The destruction of the protective dentin allows triggers such as hot, cold, and sweet foods to inflame the pulp, causing acute pain.
Symptoms
- Pain with hot, cold, and sweet triggers
- Resolves with trigger removal
Treatment & Referral
- Dental filling will insulate the pulp and relieve the symptoms
- Analgesics are not generally necessary
Joanna Douglass, BDS, DDS