Analysis of YouTube videos as a source of information about dentin hypersensitivity

Abstract

ObjectivesEven though tooth sensitivity is a prevalent dental issue today, more information is available to patients via social media concerning the subject. This study aimed to examine what patients may learn about tooth sensitivity from online videos on YouTube™ and evaluate the accuracy of the information given.MethodsIn this cross‐sectional investigation, two experienced periodontologists used the keyword ‘tooth sensitivity’ to conduct an organized search into YouTube videos containing knowledge regarding dentin hypersensitivity. Videos' type, origin, number of days since upload, duration, number of views, likes and dislikes, and comments were all noted; the viewing rate and interaction index were calculated. Videos were graded based on their content. The DISCERN and Global Quality Scales were used to rate each video's level of quality and reliability.ResultsAfter the initial 260 videos were examined, 199 were kept for additional study. Healthcare professionals, hospitals, and colleges posted the great majority of the videos. There was a significant positive relationship between the number of views and Total Content scores of the videos, the viewing rate, comments, and likes (p < 0.05). Significant relationships were obtained between total discernment, video type, source of upload, and global quality variables, and Total Content scores (p < 0.05).ConclusionsWhen looking for information on dentin hypersensitivity, patients might find watchable, reliable, and helpful videos on YouTube™.

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“…In this study, a positive significant correlation was found between video duration, number of comments, interaction index and total DISCERN scores, total content scores, and total DISCERN scores and GQS values. Saraç Atagün et al stated that quality and reliable videos with rich content have a longer duration and receive more comments [ 23 ]. Since these videos are more informative, it is expected that they will receive more comments and have a higher interaction index.…”

“…There are studies in the literature examining the quality and reliability of YouTube™ videos in medicine and dentistry [22][23][24]. According to our literature review, this is the first study to analyze videos uploaded on YouTube™ on oral health in pregnancy.…”

“…This shows that the viewership of videos can reach high numbers and mislead many people when the content is inadequate. In this study, we used reliability scores adapted from mDISCERN and GQS to measure the overall quality and reliability of the videos, similar to previous YouTube™ studies [23][24][25]. DISCERN plays an important role in enabling patients to make informed treatment choices based on accurate evidence by raising the standards of consumer health information [13,17].…”

YouTube™ Videos as a Source of Information on Necrotizing Gingivitis: A Content-Quality Analysis

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