How many days does a pregnant woman typically experience pain from pulpitis?

Jul 01, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I seem to have developed pulpitis with severe pain, and I don't know how many days the pain will last. May I ask, for a pregnant woman, how long can pulpitis pain last at most?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
There is no definitive conclusion regarding the duration of pain caused by pulpitis in pregnant women, as it varies from person to person, and there is no direct correlation between pulpitis and pregnancy. Generally, for pregnant women with acute pulpitis, the pain may last for one to two weeks or even longer, depending on the severity of the condition and individual differences. For pregnant women with chronic pulpitis, the pain may recur repeatedly and last for a longer duration; some patients may even experience pain for more than six months. It should be noted that because pregnant women are in a special physiological period, treating pulpitis requires particular caution to avoid adverse effects on both the mother and the fetus. Performing root canal treatment during the second trimester (between the 4th and 6th months of pregnancy) is considered relatively safe. However, thorough evaluation and preparation under a physician's guidance are still necessary before treatment. Additionally, maintaining good oral hygiene, such as brushing teeth in the morning and evening and rinsing the mouth after meals, plays a significant role in preventing and alleviating pain caused by pulpitis.