No matter how much you brush and floss, some dental problems are simply out of your control. While it’s not always the case, genetics can affect aspects of your oral health to a certain degree. Genes control how the teeth and bone structure develop. Read on to find out which oral health problems can run in the family and tips to keep your smile in its best shape, no matter what you inherit.

Sure, Invisalign has several benefits that far outweigh those of traditional metal braces. But if you neglect to follow the basic cleaning and maintenance rules, you can make the treatment ineffective and miss out on some of those benefits. Find out which four actions can ruin your treatment plan and tips to maintain your aligners.