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Introduction: To investigate the quality of information offered by videos on YouTube™ for those individuals seeking information regarding risks associated with orthodontic treatment. The quality of information was compared the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) patient information leaflet ‘Orthodontic treatment- what are the risks’. Materials and Method: YouTube™ was searched systematically for videos on orthodontic treatment risks using the terms ‘orthodontic risks’ and ‘braces risks’. Videos were selected based on a strict inclusion and exclusion criteria and demographics recorded. Completeness was assessed using a 8-point score based on the BOS patient information leaflet ‘Orthodontic treatment- what are the risks’. Descriptive statistics and statistical analysis using correlation tests were generated. Result: 19.2% videos met the specified criteria with 80.8% videos excluded. Videos varied in regards to completeness with the mean completeness score of 3 and only 13% meeting all criteria. The risk of pain and discomfort was most commonly included orthodontic risk 61%. No statistical significance was found for completeness of the video with viewers interaction (R = 0.2665, P=0.219897) viewing rate (R=0.1138, P=0.617326) or length of video (R=0.0062, P= 0.977601). Conclusion: YouTube™ generally hosts videos with low completeness with regards to orthodontic treatment risks. Therefore, orthodontists should be aware of this resource and caution patients regarding the comprehensiveness of information. In addition to the potentially misleading content which is avail-able within YouTube™ videos

Background: Orthodontic treatment, unlike other variety of treatment, depends not only on the clinician, but also on the patients' point of view. Patients and dentists differ in their evaluation of oral health and the demand for treatment is mostly related to personal concern about appearance and other psychosocial factors. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of orthodontic treatment needs as related to dental health on the oral health-related quality of life of dental students.

Introduction: Within Crosshouse hospital, as a result of COVID19, we are trying to limit footfall by managing patients over telephone, if deemed appropriate. It was highlighted that referrals from allied HCPsfor urgent/non-urgent skin lesions may fall under the category of consultations which could be carried out by DCTs over telephone, in order to reduce the number of visits required for each patient. Methods: A questionnaire was completed by fellow DCT colleagues to assess how comfortable they are at ensuring all the required information is obtained during telephone consultations, and if they felt there was any way the consistency and quality of these could be improved. Results: Our fellow DCT colleagues expressed that they had had little training with regards to skin cancers in previous posts and felt that by carrying out teaching on relevant topics their confidence would be increased. With regards to improving the consistency of consultations, it was highlighted that a proforma would be beneficial. Conclusions: Following intervention; a further questionnaire was distributed which showed that by inclusion of these teaching topics, as well as a structured proforma, confidence had improved greatly. This also ensures that patients are receiving the best possible care during the COVID19 pandemic, and cancer patients can continue to be listed for procedures in a more streamlined approach. Although this transition during the COVID-19 period creates opportunities for flexibility, it also highlights important training needs that will need consideration as the impact of this pandemic on health services may continue for years.