Use of tetracycline fibre to treat localized unstable periodontitis.

Tetracycline fibre cords will be introduced in Canada in January 1996. Presently it is used in the United States and the placement of the fibres is included within the dental hygienists's scope of practice in many states. Dental Hygienists in each province may want to request that this procedure be added to the list of duties they may perform within their scope of practice. (Although tetracycline cords are not yet available in Canada, some offices have been permitted to use these products on a trial basis. Presuming they will soon be available in Canada, the author suggests they would be a valuable adjunct in periodontal therapy.