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98 PRELIMINARY TECHNICAL PROCEDURES

As each defect is located, its position and character, as well
as the probable treatment, should be marked on a record
containing a chart of the permanent and deciduous teeth (Fig.
124). In locations where trouble is suspected, but not posi-
tively diagnosed, a question mark may be placed as a reminder,

when a closer inspection may later be made in that locality.
The use of the chart will frequently facilitate the discussion of

Date 19

Examination of M_

teeth.
Remarks:

Fig. 124.—Examination chart.

fees where deemed advisable, the extent and location of the
conditions requiring treatment may be readily explained to
the patient and also, by this means, the operator is afforded
a ready reference at each visit of the patient as to work re-

quiring attention.
Various authorities recommend different methods. All
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agree that a definite and systematic course of procedure of

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