If there is nerve exposure, the treatment of choice is to remove the inflamed nerve to save the tooth. Metallic crowns or acrylic is used to restore the tooth. Ferrets even suffer from some orthodontic conditions. One or both of the lower canines may abnormally point forward. Treatment consists of removing half or three quarters of the tooth's height and sealing the pulp chamber with medication and acrylic bonding.
Periodontal disease is the most common condition in the ferret older than six years.
Periodontal disease can be decreased through cleaning every six months and daily tooth brushing. Special dog and cat toothpastes appear to be safe to use in ferrets. Treatment of periodontal disease consists of extraction of loose teeth and frequent veterinary oral evaluations. In some cases the veterinarian simply cuts the tooth in half. Unfortunately this allows food and bacteria to travel down the open root canal system eventually causing a deep infection in the bone.