Genetics and epigenetics are now emerging as major drivers of change in medicine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\nYet, while public interest is very real \u2014 69% of French people say they are interested and 68% see it as a source of hope (Ipsos survey, November 2025, 3,013 respondents) \u2014 understanding remains incomplete. More than half of French people acknowledge that they do not fully understand the scientific issues, and 71% are mistaken about the genetic contribution to common diseases such as diabetes. While heredity (73%) and DNA (64%) are relatively well understood, more complex concepts remain poorly understood. In this context, healthcare professionals and researchers emerge as the main trusted sources, underlining their key role in sharing knowledge.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n
In dentistry, incorporating genetics and epigenetics opens\u00a0<\/strong>particularly promising possibilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\nThese approaches help us better understand individual susceptibility to oral diseases such as tooth decay and periodontal disease, identify early markers and adapt treatment strategies. They also offer avenues for innovation in personalised prevention<\/strong> and tissue regeneration. Recent scientific findings confirm that considering genetic and environmental factors could profoundly transform dental practice<\/strong>, making it more predictive, preventive and personalised.<\/p>\n\nWith this in mind,ADN Academy d\u00e9veloppe des programmes de formation<\/strong> for healthcare professionals, including a dedicated course on dentistry and genetics. The ambition is not only to share knowledge, but to provide practical frameworks for integrating these advances into clinical practice.<\/p>\n\nAt a time when medicine is evolving at tremendous speed,<\/strong> supporting this transition is essential to ensure informed, ethical and effective use of genetics for patients\u2019 benefit.<\/p>\n\n