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Analyzing ankyloglossia information on TikTok: A cross- sectional study.
Kathryn Mozzochi1, Gabrielle Martin2, Stephen R Chorney3
1Drexel University College of Medicine, 60 N 36th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA.
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|April 15, 2025
Summary
Social media discussions on tongue tie (ankyloglossia) are popular but often lack consistency with expert consensus. Healthcare providers should address these information gaps to ensure family-centered care.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Pediatrics
- Social Media Analysis
Background:
- The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) established clinical consensus on ankyloglossia in children.
- Social media platforms host extensive discussions on ankyloglossia, with varying degrees of alignment to established guidelines.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the content and consistency of social media information regarding childhood ankyloglossia.
- To compare social media discussions on tongue tie with AAO-HNSF consensus statements.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional analysis of the top 100 TikTok videos concerning "tongue tie" was conducted.
- Video content was categorized by stakeholder, type (informational, anecdotal, etc.), and compared against AAO-HNSF consensus.
Main Results:
- Top ankyloglossia videos garnered millions of views; however, only 2% originated from otolaryngologists.
- Informational videos showed limited consistency (12.5% fully, 41% partially) with AAO-HNSF consensus statements.
- Frenotomy experiences were the most common theme discussed.
Conclusions:
- Ankyloglossia is a prevalent topic on social media, frequently discussed by non-specialists.
- Healthcare providers must identify and address inconsistencies between social media content and clinical consensus to support family-centered care.
