Abstract

Periodontal disease is the most common dental condition affecting ferrets seen in general practice. Moist or semi-moist diets may contribute to plaque formation. Gingivitis quickly develops as a result of bacteria and their by-products accumulating on the gingival margin. If left uncontrolled this may progress to periodontitis active tissue destruction as a result of the bacterial accumulation and the host’s inflammatory response to these bacteria. Signs of gingivitis (reddened gums), calculus accumulation and gingival recession can be seen on clinical examination. (Figs. 2 and 3) A thorough examination needs to be performed under a general anaesthetic for signs of periodontal disease namely periodontal probing depths, tooth mobility, furcation exposure, as well as radiographic examination to check for bone loss when periodontal disease is present.

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