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I never set out to do anything related to dentistry or even health care. When I began my journalism career, I wanted to be Mike Royko. I wanted to write a newspaper column to offer commentary, and hopefully occasional bits of humor and/or insight. But that plan never quite worked out, and after being downsized, I answered an ad for an editor position with a company publishing books about everything from motorsports to medicine. I think I landed the position partially because I and the publisher at the time both attended college at Ohio University. That role as an associate editor at Dental Products Report (DPR) was my entrance to the world of oral health. I was immediately fascinated by the cutting-edge technologies and novel materials changing the possibilities in all areas of oral care, and I’ve remained just as curious while taking on larger roles in the newsrooms of dental publications. When I think about it, I am not missing a thing by not achieving my original career goal. After all, today is not a great time to be writing for a newspaper. It is however an amazing time in the world of oral health, and I consider myself lucky to be a part of the dental industry.
As a journalist, I approach everything with curiosity and a touch of skepticism. I love to ask questions, and most of all, I love to learn new things. Being a part of an editorial team focused on coverage of the tools dental professionals use provides a unique perspective.
It can seem to be a commercial exercise where companies pay money for fawning coverage of their products, but I’ve been lucky enough to work in, and now to lead, true newsrooms that are focused on sharing useful information rather than marketing hype. I believe strongly in the power of straightforward communication, and I strive to create content that not only showcases the amazing innovations in the dental world but also highlights the impact these innovations can have on people’s lives. There are so many unmet oral health needs in the US, and throughout the world. I consider myself to be extremely privileged to hold a position where I can highlight areas of need, and I believe strongly in using my editorial position to share stories of success and to showcase the ways dental professionals change their patients’ lives every single day.
As I look ahead at the future of the dental industry, and the future of healthcare in general, I see an increasing need for collaboration and cooperation between dental and medical professionals. I believe everyone benefits when there is a focus on wellness and prevention. Connecting dental and medical doctors will enhance the lives of countless patients. Discovering and sharing these stories will be an important part of bringing this change to the healthcare industry, and because DPR is a part of MJH Life Sciences, we can publish content that reaches engaged audiences from both industries. I hope to help tell the story of this oral and systemic health finally reuniting, and I’ll feel extremely lucky if I have that opportunity.
People can reach me at nlevine@mjhlifesciences.com or they can find me on LinkedIn.
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