What are the symptoms of pulpitis?

Pulpitis is an inflammatory condition occurring in the dental pulp tissue inside the tooth, and its symptom presentation is varied yet fairly typical. Patients often experience spontaneous, paroxysmal, severe pain, which tends to be particularly noticeable at night and may disturb sleep. The pain can also intensify in response to thermal stimuli, such as the intake of cold or hot foods and beverages. Additionally, patients may be unable to pinpoint the exact location of the pain, perceiving it only as affecting a general area or the entire tooth. During the acute phase of inflammation, patients might also experience radiating pain in the head or face. If pulpitis becomes chronic, the pain may subside, but patients may develop discomfort upon biting or mild, dull aching. The primary symptoms of pulpitis include severe pain, sensitivity to temperature stimuli, poorly localized pain, and possibly radiating pain and discomfort during biting. These symptoms significantly affect the patient's quality of life and require timely medical attention and treatment.