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 can be more layered than it first appears, because income may arrive from several directions and expenses often fall into categories that need careful treatment. The points below are common considerations rather than issues every dentist will face, and their relevance depends on your contract type, business structure and stage of practice.
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.
Yes. Self-employed dentists, including associate dentists working under self-employed contracts, generally need to report their income through Self Assessment, and the figures involved often include UDA-based payments, private fees and expenses that need to be allocated correctly. We can prepare the return, review what is claimable and help you keep records that support the figures submitted.
Where a dentist earns from both NHS and private work, the income usually needs to be recorded in a way that shows each source clearly, whether for a Self Assessment return or for company or partnership accounts. We look at how payments are received, how they are documented and how related costs should be allocated, so the reported figures reflect the underlying work rather than a single combined total.
Claimable expenses depend on your circumstances and how you work, but common areas include indemnity cover, professional body and registration fees, clinical equipment, some training costs and a proportion of costs relating to a home office where that applies. Treatment can differ between employed and self-employed dentists, so each item is reviewed on its own merits rather than assumed to be allowable.
Not everyone paid through PAYE needs to file, but dentists sometimes have additional income such as private fees, locum work, rental income or investment income that brings them into Self Assessment. If your only income is taxed through PAYE, a return may not be required, but it is worth checking where there is any doubt, particularly if your circumstances have changed during the year.
Yes. Practice owners operating as a partnership or through a limited company have different reporting requirements, including partnership returns, annual accounts and Corporation Tax computations. We can prepare these, help with payroll for practice staff and partners, and discuss how profits are extracted in a tax-efficient way where that is relevant to your situation.
VAT treatment in dentistry is not uniform. Some services may be exempt while others, such as certain cosmetic or private treatments, can be treated differently, and registration may depend on turnover and the mix of work carried out. We can review your position, help with registration and prepare returns where VAT applies, but the correct treatment always depends on the specific services you provide.
We usually ask for details of your working arrangements, your income sources, any existing accounts or tax returns, and access to your bookkeeping or bank records. For practice owners, that may also include payroll information, VAT records and details of equipment or premises costs. If your records are incomplete, we can help you work out what is missing and how to bring things up to date.
Fees are based on the work involved, so they reflect your business structure, the number of income sources, whether payroll or VAT is needed and how much bookkeeping support you require. We agree the scope before work begins so there are no surprises, and you can adjust the level of support as your practice or circumstances change.
