Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
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Self-assessment, allowable expense claims, lab fees and superannuation reconciliation for self-employed associates and private dentists.
Practice accounts, payroll for nurses and receptionists, UDA income monitoring, cash flow and profit extraction planning.
Accounting for referral-based and specialist practices, including capital allowances on equipment and VAT on cosmetic treatment.
Cash flow forecasts for lenders, company formation, cloud software set-up and registration for new and squat dental practices.
We reconcile NHS schedules, private takings, plan income such as Denplan and card receipts so you always know what the practice is really earning.
Most dental treatment is VAT exempt, but cosmetic work, teeth whitening and product sales are not. We handle partial exemption and get your returns right.
We prepare associate tax returns, claim every allowable expense from GDC fees and indemnity to CPD and lab costs, and reconcile superannuation deductions.
Payroll for nurses, hygienists and reception staff, plus auto-enrolment, statutory pay and NHS Pension submissions handled on time every month.
Management accounts that show profit per surgery, per associate and per income stream, so you can see exactly where the practice makes money.
Dental accounting is rarely a case of adding up one income stream. How a dentist is paid, and the structure they trade through, can change which records are needed, when tax becomes due and how certain costs are treated. The areas below are ones where specialist support often proves useful, although not every dentist or dental practice will encounter all of them.
We know UDAs, superannuation, associate agreements and GDC costs without being told.
Associates, principals and multi-site groups each get a different service, not a template.
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no surprises at year end.
Incorporation reviews, capital allowances on equipment and profit extraction planned in advance.
You deal with the same qualified person every time, by phone or email, not a call centre.
Our roots go back further than the Second World War and we act for dental clients across London.
We begin by getting to know your practice and understanding your unique needs. This step ensures we have a clear picture of your operations and your goals.
Based on our initial discussion, we create a personalised plan designed specifically for you. The aim is to keep everything organised and easy to follow. You can rest assured that your numbers are being handled with expert precision.
From there, we take care of the ongoing work and keep you updated with reports. You’ll always know what’s happening, and we’re always here to answer your questions, ensuring you have a clear picture of your financial health at all times.
Cloud accounting linked to your practice software so your figures are current, not six months old.
A dedicated accountant for dentists who knows your practice, your contract and your plans.
Unlimited support by phone and email, including quick answers on UDA and superannuation queries.
Our team has over 100 years of combined accountancy experience.
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
Take a back seat and let our London dental accountants handle everything. Switching mid-year is straightforward and you do not need to speak to your old accountant:
Reach out to us and we will discuss your practice, your contract and how we can help.
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your practice running smoothly.
The support tends to cover the areas that dental income and practice ownership create. That can include bookkeeping and record keeping, Self Assessment tax returns for self-employed associate or locum dentists, annual accounts and Corporation Tax for limited company practices, partnership accounts, payroll for practice staff and VAT where it applies. Many dentists also want help with tax planning around equipment purchases, drawings and longer-term practice decisions. The scope depends on how you work, so it is agreed around your circumstances rather than offered as a fixed package.
Associate dentists are often treated as self-employed for tax purposes, which generally means registering with HMRC, filing a Self Assessment tax return each year and keeping evidence of both income and allowable expenses. A common difficulty is that payments may arrive from more than one practice, and costs such as indemnity cover, professional subscriptions and travel between sites need to be recorded properly. If your working arrangements look more like employment, the tax and status implications can differ, so it is worth reviewing the position rather than assuming.
It helps to keep NHS and private income distinguishable in your records rather than blending them together, particularly where payments arrive on different schedules or under different contracts. We can help set up a bookkeeping routine that tracks each stream, so the figures feeding into your accounts and tax return are clear and supported. In some cases NHS work and private work are delivered through different entities, for example a limited company for private dentistry alongside self-employment for NHS work, and the reporting then needs to be handled carefully because the two are not treated identically.
Yes. Practice payroll can include employed dentists, associates paid through PAYE, dental nurses, hygienists, receptionists and administrative staff, each with different pay arrangements and entitlements. Payroll support typically covers payslips, real-time reporting to HMRC and the pension duties that apply to eligible staff, along with the year-end submissions. Where associates are engaged on a self-employed basis instead, we can help think through how those payments are treated and what records should be retained.
Whether VAT registration is required depends on taxable turnover and the nature of the services provided. Some dental treatment falls outside the scope of VAT or may be exempt, while other work, such as certain cosmetic or laboratory-related services, may be treated differently. Because the position varies by treatment, by patient and by practice, it is worth reviewing your specific services before making assumptions about registration or about what input tax can be reclaimed.
There is no single answer that suits every dentist. A sole trader or partnership structure can be simpler to administer, while a limited company may suit practice owners with employees, significant equipment investment or a particular approach to extracting profit. The right choice depends on your income sources, how the practice is owned, how profits are shared and your longer-term plans, and it can change as the practice develops. We can talk through the practical and tax implications of each option before you commit.
For a self-employed dentist, that usually means details of income from each practice, bank statements, receipts for professional expenses and records of equipment or course costs. Practice owners will typically need bookkeeping records, payroll information, VAT records where registered, and details of loans, leases or capital purchases. If you are switching accountant, we can talk through what your previous adviser can pass across and what you need to gather, so the handover is as smooth as possible.
Buying or selling a practice involves both commercial and tax considerations, including how the deal is structured, what happens to equipment and goodwill, and how the transaction affects your ongoing tax position. We can support with the financial information and due diligence side of the process and help you understand the implications of the structure being considered. Because the treatment depends on the specifics of the transaction, it is usually best to involve your accountant early rather than at the final stage.
