Youtube As Sources of Information About Fiber-Reinforcement Composite Resin Bridge: Accuracy and Reliability Assessment

Objectives The aim of current study was to examine the accuracy and reliability of YouTube videos regarding fiber-reinforced composite resin bridges. Material and Methods The keyword 'fiber-reinforced composite resin bridge' was searched in English on YouTube and 100 videos were included in the study. The videos were evaluated in terms of video demographics. Video contents were examined in 2 different categories and video sources were examined in 5 different categories. The videos were assessed by two researchers utilizing the JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) and m-DISCERN (modified DISCERN) scales. Results When evaluated in terms of source, there was a significant difference in both m-DISCERN and JAMA criteria (respectively, p = 0.032; p = 0.037). In terms of content, there was a significant difference in both video duration and m-DISCERN score (respectively, p = 0.003; p = 0.004). There was a significant difference between m-DISCERN and video duration (p = 0.04). A significant difference was found between the company and the dentist in terms of m-DISCERN (p = 0.01). According to JAMA, a significant difference was found between the dental company-dentist and the dental company-specialist (p = 0.014). Conclusion YouTube videos about fiber-reinforced composite resin bridges have the potential to serve as valuable tools for both public health awareness and dental education. However, there is a need for dental professionals to enhance the quality and accuracy of the content being shared on this topic.