Online info about braces can be improved

By Madeline Kennedy (Reuters Health) – Internet information about orthodontic braces varies in quality and may not be entirely accurate, according to a new study from the Netherlands. Orthodontic patients may look for information on the Web, but some people have questioned the quality of that information, the researchers write in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The study team used the search engines Google, Yahoo and Bing to find websites giving advice on oral hygiene for braces. They used the search terms “cleaning braces,” “brushing braces” and “oral hygiene and braces.” Overall, they evaluated 62 websites for accessibility, usability, reliability, readability and completeness of information, such as instructions about tooth brushing, dietary advice, fluoride recommendations, and dental care accessories.
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