Does pulpitis cause pain when brushing teeth?

Patients with pulpitis may experience pain while brushing their teeth. This is because pulpitis is an inflammatory condition occurring in the dental pulp, with main symptoms including spontaneous pain, pain at night, and increased pain following temperature stimulation. When the toothbrush irritates the already inflamed pulp, the pain may intensify. Additionally, the stimulation of cold water during brushing may also exacerbate the pain in patients with pulpitis. Therefore, if you suffer from pulpitis, it is recommended to use warm water when brushing your teeth and to brush gently to avoid excessive stimulation of the teeth. At the same time, you should seek timely medical attention and choose appropriate treatments such as root canal therapy based on your condition, in order to relieve pain and prevent further deterioration. During the course of treatment, you should also maintain good oral hygiene and avoid irritation of the teeth by food debris.