In what phase of dental therapy is extraction of non-treatable conditions addressed?

The extraction of non-treatable conditions is addressed during Phase I therapy, which is often referred to as the initial phase or non-surgical phase of periodontal treatment. This phase primarily focuses on the management of active disease, including the assessment and treatment of infections, inflammation, and other factors that contribute to periodontal issues.

During Phase I, practitioners aim to stabilize the periodontal condition by removing irritants, which may include the extraction of teeth that are deemed non-treatable due to advanced disease, significant mobility, or other factors that could compromise overall oral health. By addressing these issues early in the treatment process, the practitioner can create a more conducive environment for healing and subsequent phases of therapy, which may involve more complex interventions such as restorative work or periodontal surgery.

This phase is critical in establishing a foundation for further treatment and ensuring that the patient's oral health can be maintained or improved moving forward. It sets the stage for more involved procedures that may happen in later phases once the active disease has been managed.