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 finances rarely fit a single template, and the points that need attention can vary depending on how you are engaged and how your business is structured. Income may arrive from NHS contracts, private treatment, plan memberships or a combination of these, and the way those amounts are recorded, taxed and reported can differ from one dentist to the next.
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.
Depending on your circumstances, support may include preparing and filing Self Assessment tax returns, maintaining bookkeeping records, preparing annual accounts, dealing with Corporation Tax where you operate through a limited company, running payroll for practice staff, handling VAT returns for a registered practice, and tax planning around drawings, equipment or restructuring. Some dentists need help with one or two of these areas, while practice owners with employees and premises often need a broader package. The starting point is usually a conversation about how you are engaged and what income you receive.
Associate dentists are often treated as self-employed, which normally means registering with HMRC and reporting income and allowable expenses through Self Assessment. That said, the correct treatment depends on the terms of your contract and how the arrangement operates in practice, and it is worth checking rather than assuming. If you work at more than one practice, you may also need to record income from each source separately and understand how payments on account may apply once your liability builds up.
Both streams are generally taxable, but they can behave differently in the records. NHS income may involve superannuation or pension deductions, contract adjustments and payments received at different times from private fees, while private income tends to be more variable and may include plan membership receipts. Keeping them clearly separated makes it easier to reconcile figures, spot discrepancies and prepare accurate accounts or tax returns. The right treatment depends on how your contracts and arrangements are structured.
It depends. Incorporation can suit some practice owners because of the way profits, salaries and dividends are dealt with, but it also brings additional reporting, payroll and compliance obligations, and it is not automatically the better option. For associate dentists, off-payroll working rules can also affect whether working through a company is appropriate. Whether a limited company, partnership or sole trader structure suits you will depend on your income levels, plans for the practice and personal circumstances.
Expenses generally need to be incurred wholly and exclusively for your work or business. Dentists commonly ask about indemnity cover, GDC and professional body subscriptions, continuing professional development, clinical equipment and materials, and certain administrative costs, though what is allowable can differ between employed and self-employed dentists and between associates and practice owners. Keeping receipts and a clear record of what each payment related to makes the position far easier to support.
Yes. Payroll support can cover nurses, receptionists, practice managers, hygienists and associate staff, including payslips, PAYE and National Insurance reporting to HMRC, and the associated record keeping. Where a workplace pension scheme applies, we can help make sure the relevant contributions and declarations are dealt with alongside the rest of your payroll. The exact requirements depend on how many people you employ and how they are engaged.
Many dental services fall outside the scope of VAT because they qualify as exempt, but not everything connected with a practice does. Items such as certain cosmetic treatments, retail products or non-clinical services may be treated differently, and registration obligations can arise once taxable turnover reaches the relevant threshold. Because the rules can be detailed and the treatment varies by service, it is worth reviewing your particular mix of income rather than relying on a general assumption.
It helps to have your most recent tax return, accounts or practice accounts, bookkeeping records, bank statements, details of any VAT or payroll schemes, and information on outstanding HMRC correspondence. If your records are behind, that is not a barrier — part of the work may simply be bringing things up to date before moving forward. Once the position is clear, we can confirm what is needed and how the handover from your previous accountant would work.
