In September 2022, Democratic Texas gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke livestreamed a trip to the dentist on social media. The video, which was viewed by over 100,000 people, showed O'Rourke getting a checkup and cleaning. O'Rourke said he wanted to show people that going to the dentist is nothing to be afraid of and that it is an important part of maintaining good oral health.
O'Rourke's decision to livestream his dental visit was met with mixed reactions. Some people praised him for being open and honest about his experience, while others criticized him for using the opportunity to campaign for votes. However, the video did raise awareness about the importance of dental care and encouraged people to see their dentists regularly.
