{"id":146,"date":"2021-06-28T15:59:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T15:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youramericandentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=146"},"modified":"2021-07-15T16:54:32","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T16:54:32","slug":"can-bad-teeth-run-in-the-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youramericandentalcare.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/28\/can-bad-teeth-run-in-the-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do I Have Bad Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Can bad teeth run in the family<\/a>? Wonder why you\u2019re continually battling cavities or other common oral health problems? Even if you\u2019re diligent about brushing, flossing, and rinsing, you may experience more problems as a result of your genetics. While it may not seem fair, it is a reality for many people. However, there are things you can do to maintain healthier teeth and gums. A dentist answers the question, \u201cAre bad teeth genetic\u201d and shares which dental problems can be attributed to your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Link Between Your Family and Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you survey your parents, grandparents, and others in your family, you may find there to be a history of significant oral health problems that exist. While your mother\u2019s hair or your grandfather\u2019s eyes were the genetic links you hoped to receive, the sad truth is there\u2019s a good chance you\u2019re living with less desirable traits and conditions as well. Some of the most common dental problems that are often hereditary include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n