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Dr Rebecca Reid, 260 St Vincent Street, Glasgow (2026)

27/02/2026

🖤 MODEL : MIRROR : MOUTH 🖤

One of my absolute favourite things in dentistry?
Evicting old, leaking, cracked, questionable-looking restorations and replacing them with beautiful, bonded onlays that actually respect the remaining tooth structure.

There’s something deeply satisfying about removing the dark and replacing it with light. Very Marie Kondo, but make it adhesive dentistry.

But this isn’t just drill and stick. If you’re my patient you’ll know this.

This is:

• The initial conversation – showing patients their failing restorations on an intra-oral scan and saying, “We can do better than this.”
• Nailing oral hygiene - because good dentistry sits on good foundations.
• Introducing them to rubber dam – yes, we’re fancy and we’re dry. (No it’s not new)
• The focused two hour prep appointment.
• Shade selection, morphology planning, obsessive detail. Because back teeth still get the same attention from me as the front.
• Precise communication with the lab so the model becomes something even better in the mouth.

It’s a whole journey. A collaboration. A bit of science, a bit of art, a lot of communication.

And honestly? It makes me ridiculously happy.

This is the kind of thing my home page is full of because saving tooth structure and giving teeth a second life will never get boring to me.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

25/02/2026

🚰 LEAKING 🚰

As a dentist, one of my favourite things is being able to preserve as much healthy tooth structure as possible while upgrading failing restorations to something strong, aesthetic and long-lasting.

In this case, the existing fillings on both molars had started to leak. That means bacteria can creep in around the margins, increasing the risk of decay underneath and weakening the remaining tooth. By replacing it early, we can:

• Prevent recurrent decay
• Reduce the chances of cracks and fractures
• Reduce the risk of needing root canal treatment later
• Maintain more natural tooth structure
• Improve aesthetics and function instantly
• Strengthen and seal the tooth properly
• Reduce time in the chair

These new restorations are minimally invasive and bonded to the tooth, helping to reinforce it rather than just “plug” it.

I will always attempt this under the best possible conditions. Dam. HV suction. Proper PPE.
Why does that matter?

• A completely dry field = better bond strength (there’s HEAPS of evidence out there for this now)
• Reduced contamination = longer lasting results
• Improved visibility and precision
• Increased comfort and safety for the patient (and the dentist and nurse..!!)
• Better control of moisture and bacteria

Add in high quality composite materials and a meticulous bonding technique, and you get a restoration that looks natural, feels comfortable and is built to last.

Dentistry should be preventative, precise and minimally invasive wherever possible.

Nothing fancy, just textbook gold standard bread and butter dentistry.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

22/02/2026

⏱️ 45 MINUTES ⏱️

We’re all strapped for time. It’s the most valuable thing on the planet. So what if I told you this result was completed safely, in 45 minutes!

This patient came in for a hygiene appointment with healthy gums, an air polishing treatment to remove extrinsic staining. Then, we whitened with a BlancOne Touch session.

Instant results, no sensitivity, and ready for that holiday or event! Or in this case, ready to fill those anterior wear faucets!

If you’ve whitened before and need a top-up, or if you’re just looking to brighten your smile with painless, quick, and easy teeth whitening, this is the solution for you! Depending on your natural tooth shade, you may need a 10 or 30-minute session to reach the perfect whiteness.

Boost your smile with take-home whitening for the best results!

Any questions? Get in touch and let’s make your smile shine!

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

20/02/2026

🫆 SMALL TREATMENT; BIG IMPRINT 🫆

This lovely patient came to see me feeling self-conscious about her front tooth.
An old composite restoration had been placed. It was off shade, bulky and had excess glue picking up so much staining compared to the beautifully natural central beside it.

Rather than jumping to anything aggressive, we planned something beautifully simple:

1. Whitening to lift the overall shade and give us a fresh canvas
2. Replacement of the single central composite with anatomical replication of the adjacent tooth

We spent time analysing the contralateral central, its line angles, surface texture, value, and that dreamy translucent incisal edge.

If you’ve ever done an anterior composite course, you know… this is the dream case. 🤍

A creamy, bright mid-body shade
Soft internal characterisation
And that subtle incisal translucency that makes it disappear into the smile.

All completed in one simple appointment with no injections! We used gold standard isolation and a special light to ensure only the old composite was being removed and not unnecessary tooth structure. A few tricks with polishing and finishing, and this should stay stain free for a while!

Just thoughtful shade planning and minimally invasive dentistry at its best.

And most importantly?
She left confident and smiling ready to take on her day feeling like herself again.

Minimally invasive dentistry wins every time.

Old composites staining? Let’s change them!

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

18/02/2026

🧩 Small restoration. Big difference. 🧩

So many back teeth are holding onto old, worn, leaking or heavily patched restorations. They cope… until they don’t. And when they fail, they often fail in a way that means more drilling, more cost, or even tooth loss.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is intervene before it’s too late, replacing something tired with a well planned, bonded restoration that protects what healthy tooth remains.

It’s not about one material being “better” than another. Zirconia, lithium disilicate, composites: they all have their place. The key is understanding when and why to use each one. That’s the geeky bit I love. The science behind stress distribution. Adhesion. Thickness requirements. Longevity.

When you understand materials, you’re not just fixing teeth you’re future-proofing them.

Back teeth deserve longevity. And yes… they deserve to look good doing it.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

14/02/2026

🦷 QUADRANT REFRESH 🦷

Out with the old. In with the new.

A clean quadrant refresh. Leaking old amalgams and composites removed and replaced with beautifully sealed resin composite restorations.

No fancy anatomy. No tints. No Instagram gimmicks.

Just solid, ethical, day-to-day dentistry done properly giving these teeth the best possible chance to last.

Rubber dam isolation
High-volume suction
Sectioning the amalgam to minimise vapour
Copious irrigation
Protective barriers for patient + team
Amalgam captured and disposed of via certified hazardous waste protocols ✔️

Keeping debris out of the mouth.
Keeping contaminants out of the body.
Keeping waste out of the environment.
That’s clean, gold-standard dentistry.

These fillings were replaced before they fractured, leaked or caused pain.

Early intervention =
Less drilling
Less cost
Less stress
Better longevity

If you’re thinking about getting metal out of your mouth timing matters.

And for young dentists watching this is your reminder:
You don’t need to overcomplicate dentistry to do it well.
Isolation. Adhesion. Margins. Contacts. Occlusion.
Do the basics exceptionally well and your work will stand the test of time.

Prevention over patch-ups.
Precision over panic.

Catch them early your teeth (and your wallet) will thank you.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

13/02/2026

🫶🏼 SOME HIT DIFFERENT 🫶🏼

This has to be one of the most rewarding cases I’ve ever completed. Here’s Graces story..

Before ANY cosmetic work began, we pressed pause and focused on one thing: HEALTH.

Absolute non-negotiable for me.

Maybe it’s my previous life as a hygienist… but if the foundations aren’t healthy, the result will never reach its full potential and it certainly won’t last. Longevity OVER quick fixes. Every single time 👏🏼

This case was also a long time in the making.
We had to pause treatment for the most beautiful reason as Grace welcomed a new addition into the world 🍼✨

And do you know what made this even more special?
She maintained impeccable oral hygiene throughout. So when we restarted, we were ready.

She travelled a 6 hour round trip every single visit. I will never take that level of trust lightly. I’m so incredibly grateful. This is why I go the extra mile!

Clinically, this was a complex one:
• Congenitally missing lateral incisors
• Old bridges placed many years ago
• Metal wings shining through
• Darkened aesthetics and compromised harmony

We redesigned everything from the ground up.
Hours of planning.
Careful smile design.
Meticulous ex*****on.

And the result? A smile that’s brighter, softer, more balanced but still completely her.

For my fellow clinicians this is your reminder that perio stability and patience are everything.
For my patients this is what happens when health comes first and we truly personalise your smile journey.

I am SO proud of this one.
So happy for this wonderful patient.
And so thankful she chose me 🤍

This is why I do what I do.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

06/02/2026

🥊 CAN BOXERS HAVE VENEERS? 🥊

When an athlete trusts you with his smile, the brief is simple: deliver, and do it well.

Sam presented with old composite bonding placed in his teens. Over time it had stained, fractured, and deteriorated, with underlying decay beginning to show.

The objective was never to over-treat.
This was about refinement and enhancing what was already there while preserving tooth structure and respecting facial harmony.

Sam was fortunate to have natural anterior diastemas when we stripped all old composite back (spaces between the teeth), allowing us to keep preparations beautifully conservative. Once the old composite was removed, minimal refinement of the margins provided the lab with the perfect foundation for a bespoke result.

The process:
• Comprehensive oral health & enhanced prevention
• Hygiene and tailored oral hygiene guidance
• In surgery whitening
• Digital smile design
• Meticulous lab communication
• Chilled, pain-free appointments
And of course, that vibey chilled playlist you all love to hear!

Every detail was considered, from shade and texture to proportion and transition to ensure the final result complements Sam’s age, features, and lifestyle.

This is cosmetic dentistry designed to blend in, not stand out.

As a boxer, I suspect this won’t be the last time I see Sam although we’ve done everything possible to ensure these veneers are built to last. It’s his job now to be so good that he doesn’t take too many blows to the face!

I’m incredibly grateful to be able to deliver cases like this, in an environment that allows time, reflection, and continual learning. Every case refines my eye and reinforces why I love what I do.

If you’re considering a bespoke smile design or would simply like an honest conversation about subtle, high-end enhancement my DMs are always open.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

05/02/2026

🚩 BUT IT’S NOT SORE 🚩

Why fillings don’t have to hurt to be failing..

This molar was completely asymptomatic – no pain, no sensitivity, nothing to alert the patient.
But once the old amalgam was removed, a very different story appeared 👀

- A thick, disintegrating liner (the devil of dentistry)
- Micro-cracks and more significant cracks within the tooth
- Early structural compromise that wasn’t visible from the surface

Using transillumination, we were able to assess how far those cracks extended – and thankfully, we caught this tooth in time.

This tooth has now been carefully restored using my absolute favourite methods:

1. Rubber dam isolation, APA
2. Adhesive, tooth-coloured composite
3. Gold-standard materials and techniques
4. An exceptional Ibiza classics playlist

All completed in one quick, pain-free visit.

While this tooth may still require further treatment in the future, our aim here was to stabilise it, protect it, and restore it back to health for as long as possible.

When we say “sometimes fillings need replaced before they start hurting” this is exactly why. Early intervention can be the difference between a straightforward restoration and a much bigger problem later on.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

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03/02/2026

🤍 E L E G A N C E 🤍

This case involved a full upper arch case of meticulously planned veneers, onlays and crowns, combined with lower arch restorative work and gingival stabilisation, all designed to restore harmony, longevity and natural brightness.

The treatment focused on correcting a complex restorative history:
– Failed and repeatedly de-bonding restorations
– Broken units
– Bridges converted back to single crowns for improved biomechanics and maintenance
– Careful refinement of tooth proportions to complement lip dynamics and facial structure

Rather than pursuing an artificial look, the goal was a bright, even and natural smile, one that sits beautifully within the face and elevates the overall aesthetic.
The result is aesthetic, refined and confident. That bottom image captures it perfectly: balanced, luminous and beautifully integrated.

Cases like this demand extensive background work and detailed planning, diagnostic evaluation, and close collaboration with skilled laboratory technicians. Time spent designing, drawing, adjusting and refining every detail long before the final restorations are placed.

In my professional opinion, this is an exceptionally elegant outcome for a wonderful patient, and a reminder that thoughtful dentistry is never rushed.

If you’re considering a smile makeover and would like a considered, clinical approach with aesthetics at its core, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

01/02/2026

🧩 M A S K I N G 🧩

The brief: make it better and a little bit more symmetrical.

The plan: whitening in chair and at home combined with .uk and , two central veneers planned to improve colour, shape and symmetry, with the aim of keeping the result natural and in harmony with the rest of the smile.

This case involved careful consideration of colour selection, balancing hue, value and chroma so the centrals sat comfortably alongside the adjacent teeth rather than looking flat or over-bright. Symmetry and mirroring were key, particularly with a high smile line, where small discrepancies become far more noticeable. Line angles, proportions and soft tissue levels were all planned around this, alongside the patients wishes for shape and shade of the final result.

I love sharing these vases openly — including preps — because there should be no stigma around learning. These cases teach you so much and photos speak volumes for reflection! I genuinely learnt midway through this case how to properly use my camera settings, and that alone changed how I documented and evaluated the work. Every case sharpens your eye a little more.

Happy patient = happier dentist!

I absolutely love cases like these! They have such a powerful impact and can genuinely change how someone feels about themselves.

If you’re thinking about improving your smile in 2026, I’m now booking consultation appointments into March.

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

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12/01/2026

🖋️ 2025 SMILES 🖋️

2025 was an incredible year of smile transformations ✨🦷
From small, subtle tweaks to complete smile makeovers, every smile in this reel represents confidence restored and patients trusting me with their dental care.

Seeing how a smile can change the way someone feels never gets old.
If you’ve been thinking about improving your smile whether it’s whitening, composite bonding, alignment, or a full smile makeover.. 2026 is your year!

If you’re ready to transform your smile in 2026, get in touch today and let’s start your journey.

*Bride & Grooms please give me as much notice as you can!!!

Dr Rebecca Reid
Dentistry | Aesthetics | Wellness | Skincare

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