It Runs in the Family: Is Gum Disease Genetic?

May 16, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — sehnertprecisiondentistry @ 6:33 pm
Three generations of a family walking outdoors

Lots of things run in families, such as certain facial characteristics, habits, and personality traits. Unfortunately, many medical conditions also have a strong genetic component, and gum disease is no exception to the rule. How might your family history affect your risk, and what can you do to protect your smile? This blog post explains.

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