Which statement best differentiates reversible pulpitis from irreversible pulpitis and indicates the corresponding treatment implication?

Which statement best differentiates reversible pulpitis from irreversible pulpitis and indicates the corresponding treatment implication?

• A. Reversible pulpitis presents with persistent pain and the pulp cannot recover.
• B. Reversible pulpitis has transient pain and the pulp can recover; irreversible pulpitis has persistent pain and typically requires endodontic therapy or extraction.
• C. Irreversible pulpitis resolves with simple analgesia.
• D. Reversible pulpitis always leads to extraction.

Answer: (B)