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Tribute to Dianne Rekow-Dental "Imagineer".

S C Bayne¹, T F Watson², L F Cooper³

¹University of Michigan, School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.

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|January 20, 2023

Summary

Dr. Elizabeth Rekow pioneered digital dentistry and the CAD/CAM movement. Her career advanced dental science through innovation, leadership, and mentorship, leaving a lasting legacy.

Keywords:

CAD-CAM artificial intelligence biomaterials ceramics engineering restorative dentistry

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Biomaterials Science
Dental Technology
Digital Dentistry

Background:

Dr. Elizabeth Dianne Rekow (1944-2022) was a visionary in dental science.
She was instrumental in the development of CAD/CAM technology in the 1980s.
Her career focused on advancing digital dentistry and its applications.

Conclusions:

Dr. Rekow's expansive imagination drove innovation in digital dentistry.
She was a pivotal figure in the CAD/CAM movement and a proponent of women in science.
Her legacy includes significant scientific contributions and impactful leadership in dental research.