Evaluating Clarity and Quality of Sinus Augmentation Information Online

Yiğit Şirin

Article Details

Evaluating Clarity and Quality of Sinus Augmentation Information Online

Authors:

Yiğit Şirin

Publisher:

Ankara University

Main Topics:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Dentistry (Other)

Journal:

European Annals of Dental Sciences Vol.52 Issue 1, pp.26-33

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

4/2025

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001347218

pISSN:

2757-6744

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Abstract:

 Introduction: This study evaluates the transparency, information quality, and readability of English-language websites concerning maxillary sinus augmentation, aiming to distinguish between clinical and blog-type websites. The findings underscore the importance of improving online health information to support informed decision-making and enhance health literacy. Materials and Methods: In August 2024, an internet search was conducted using Google Chrome along with Google, Bing, Yahoo, and Yandex search engines, employing specific keywords related to maxillary sinus augmentation. Websites were independently evaluated by two observers using established tools, including the JAMA benchmarks, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP, to assess transparency, information quality, and adherence to evidence-based practices. Readability was assessed using the FleschKincaid tests, Gunning-Fog Index, SMOG, Coleman-Liau Index, and Automated Readability Index. Statistical comparisons were performed using non-parametric tests. Results: Among the 137 websites analyzed, 21.89 to 24.08 achieved scores above the 75th percentile for transparency and information quality, as evaluated by JAMA, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP tools. Blog-like websites scored significantly higher than clinical websites across all assessment tools p0.05, indicating better transparency and content quality. However, blog-like sites also required a higher educational level for comprehension compared to clinical websites p0.05, which may limit accessibility for some readers. Conclusion: Individuals searching for information on sinus augmentation surgery have roughly a one-in-four or one-in-five chance of finding websites that adhere to acceptable standards of content quality and transparency. While blog-type websites provide superior content quality and transparency, they often require higher literacy levels, potentially excluding a portion of the population. These findings call for the development of standardized guidelines to ensure that online health information is both high-quality and accessible, ultimately improving patient education, health literacy, and decision-making.

 Introduction: This study evaluates the transparency, information quality, and readability of English-language websites concerning maxillary sinus augmentation, aiming to distinguish between clinical and blog-type websites. The findings underscore the importance of improving online health information to support informed decision-making and enhance health literacy. Materials and Methods: In August 2024, an internet search was conducted using Google Chrome along with Google, Bing, Yahoo, and Yandex search engines, employing specific keywords related to maxillary sinus augmentation. Websites were independently evaluated by two observers using established tools, including the JAMA benchmarks, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP, to assess transparency, information quality, and adherence to evidence-based practices. Readability was assessed using the FleschKincaid tests, Gunning-Fog Index, SMOG, Coleman-Liau Index, and Automated Readability Index. Statistical comparisons were performed using non-parametric tests. Results: Among the 137 websites analyzed, 21.89 to 24.08 achieved scores above the 75th percentile for transparency and information quality, as evaluated by JAMA, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP tools. Blog-like websites scored significantly higher than clinical websites across all assessment tools p0.05, indicating better transparency and content quality. However, blog-like sites also required a higher educational level for comprehension compared to clinical websites p0.05, which may limit accessibility for some readers. Conclusion: Individuals searching for information on sinus augmentation surgery have roughly a one-in-four or one-in-five chance of finding websites that adhere to acceptable standards of content quality and transparency. While blog-type websites provide superior content quality and transparency, they often require higher literacy levels, potentially excluding a portion of the population. These findings call for the development of standardized guidelines to ensure that online health information is both high-quality and accessible, ultimately improving patient education, health literacy, and decision-making.

 Introduction: This study evaluates the transparency, information quality, and readability of English-language websites concerning maxillary sinus augmentation, aiming to distinguish between clinical and blog-type websites. The findings underscore the importance of improving online health information to support informed decision-making and enhance health literacy. Materials and Methods: In August 2024, an internet search was conducted using Google Chrome along with Google, Bing, Yahoo, and Yandex search engines, employing specific keywords related to maxillary sinus augmentation. Websites were independently evaluated by two observers using established tools, including the JAMA benchmarks, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP, to assess transparency, information quality, and adherence to evidence-based practices. Readability was assessed using the FleschKincaid tests, Gunning-Fog Index, SMOG, Coleman-Liau Index, and Automated Readability Index. Statistical comparisons were performed using non-parametric tests. Results: Among the 137 websites analyzed, 21.89 to 24.08 achieved scores above the 75th percentile for transparency and information quality, as evaluated by JAMA, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP tools. Blog-like websites scored significantly higher than clinical websites across all assessment tools p0.05, indicating better transparency and content quality. However, blog-like sites also required a higher educational level for comprehension compared to clinical websites p0.05, which may limit accessibility for some readers. Conclusion: Individuals searching for information on sinus augmentation surgery have roughly a one-in-four or one-in-five chance of finding websites that adhere to acceptable standards of content quality and transparency. While blog-type websites provide superior content quality and transparency, they often require higher literacy levels, potentially excluding a portion of the population. These findings call for the development of standardized guidelines to ensure that online health information is both high-quality and accessible, ultimately improving patient education, health literacy, and decision-making.

 Introduction: This study evaluates the transparency, information quality, and readability of English-language websites concerning maxillary sinus augmentation, aiming to distinguish between clinical and blog-type websites. The findings underscore the importance of improving online health information to support informed decision-making and enhance health literacy. Materials and Methods: In August 2024, an internet search was conducted using Google Chrome along with Google, Bing, Yahoo, and Yandex search engines, employing specific keywords related to maxillary sinus augmentation. Websites were independently evaluated by two observers using established tools, including the JAMA benchmarks, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP, to assess transparency, information quality, and adherence to evidence-based practices. Readability was assessed using the FleschKincaid tests, Gunning-Fog Index, SMOG, Coleman-Liau Index, and Automated Readability Index. Statistical comparisons were performed using non-parametric tests. Results: Among the 137 websites analyzed, 21.89 to 24.08 achieved scores above the 75th percentile for transparency and information quality, as evaluated by JAMA, DISCERN, QUEST, and EQIP tools. Blog-like websites scored significantly higher than clinical websites across all assessment tools p0.05, indicating better transparency and content quality. However, blog-like sites also required a higher educational level for comprehension compared to clinical websites p0.05, which may limit accessibility for some readers. Conclusion: Individuals searching for information on sinus augmentation surgery have roughly a one-in-four or one-in-five chance of finding websites that adhere to acceptable standards of content quality and transparency. While blog-type websites provide superior content quality and transparency, they often require higher literacy levels, potentially excluding a portion of the population. These findings call for the development of standardized guidelines to ensure that online health information is both high-quality and accessible, ultimately improving patient education, health literacy, and decision-making.

Article Details

Evaluating Clarity and Quality of Sinus Augmentation Information Online

Authors:

Yiğit Şirin

Publisher:

Ankara University

Main Topics:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Dentistry (Other)

Journal:

European Annals of Dental Sciences Vol.52 Issue 1, pp.26-33

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

4/2025

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001347218

pISSN:

2757-6744

Sinus Floor Augmentation

Information Seeking Behavior

health information systems

internet-based intervention

attitude to health

Issues

Article Details

Evaluating Clarity and Quality of Sinus Augmentation Information Online

Authors: Yiğit Şirin

Publisher: Ankara University

Main Topics: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Dentistry (Other)

Journal: European Annals of Dental Sciences Vol.52 Issue 1, pp.26-33

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 4/2025

Document Language: English

Document ID (Org No.): 2001347218

pISSN: 2757-6744

Sinus Floor Augmentation

Information Seeking Behavior

health information systems

internet-based intervention

attitude to health

Issues

Authors:

Yiğit Şirin

Publisher:

Ankara University

Main Topics:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Dentistry (Other)

Journal:

European Annals of Dental Sciences Vol.52 Issue 1, pp.26-33

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

4/2025

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

2001347218

pISSN:

2757-6744