Content quality and reliablity of YouTube™ videos as a source of information about good oral hygiene practices in adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Good oral hygiene is crucial for preventing dental caries and periodontal diseases. However, proper and regular application of oral hygiene practices requires adequate knowledge. In recent years, the internet has become one of the most popular places to find health-related information, necessitating studies that analyze the quality of the content available online. The purpose of the present study was to analyze the content quality and reliability of YouTube™ videos on the topic of adult oral hygiene practices and to guide oral health care professionals who use this platform for patient education.

Methods

A YouTube™ search was performed of the most frequent search term, 'dental hygiene'. A total of 150 videos were screened, and 51 were included in the final study.

SUBMITTER: Ince Kuka G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11438441 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature