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# Irreversible Pulpitis

## Definition

A clinical condition in which inflamed pulp tissue is judged unlikely to recover, even after the irritant is removed. Pain is often lingering or spontaneous and may be poorly localized, and a prolonged response to cold is a common finding. Root canal treatment or extraction is usually considered, since the pulp is not expected to heal on its own.

## Clinical Guides

[Endodontic Emergencies](https://endo-guide.app/emergencies)[Pain After Root Canal](https://endo-guide.app/post-root-canal-pain)[Diagnosis & Pulp Classification](https://endo-guide.app/diagnosis)

## Related Terms

[Pulp Necrosis](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/pulp-necrosis)[Apical Periodontitis](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/apical-periodontitis)[Vital Pulp Therapy](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/vital-pulp-therapy)[Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl)](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/naocl)[EDTA](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/edta)[Smear Layer](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/smear-layer)

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