A preextraction profile record

The preextraction profile record is a means of easily, quickly, and inexpensively recording clinical data prior to extraction of the natural teeth. The record contains a great deal of preextraction information and can be easily stored in the patient's chart. However, the preextraction profile record does not obviate the need for other preextraction records such as radiographs, photographs, and diagnostic casts. The information recorded in preextraction records allows the dentist to have access to and compensate for the progressive changes which occur when the natural teeth are extracted.