Is Poor Oral Health Hereditary?

If you’ve had oral health problems such as tooth decay or gum disease, you may have wondered if your oral health was hereditary. We know that some diseases, such as cystic fibrosis, and conditions, like high blood pressure and heart disease, can have inheritance factors. But when it comes to your oral health, are certain conditions inherited? Here’s what you need to know about poor oral health and your genes.

An article by Dr. Ahmed Uthman.  Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.

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