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.
The way dental income is earned, and the structure it is received through, can make dental accounting more involved than a straightforward set of small business accounts. The points below are common considerations rather than a checklist that applies to everyone — which ones matter to you depends on your working arrangement, your income sources and how your practice is set up.
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.
Many associate dentists work on a self-employed basis, which means you are responsible for reporting your income and paying the tax and National Insurance that applies to it through Self Assessment. An accountant can help you record your fee income correctly, identify the professional expenses you may be able to claim — such as indemnity cover, GDC registration, professional subscriptions and CPD — and make sure your return reflects your actual position. Because associates often have costs deducted before payment and may also receive income from other sources, having the figures properly reconciled can make the reporting process considerably easier.
It varies with your arrangements. Self-employed and associate dentists often need Self Assessment, bookkeeping and help with allowable professional expenses, while practice owners may also need annual accounts, Corporation Tax or partnership returns, payroll for practice staff and VAT support where the practice is registered. Practice purchase and sale, equipment purchases and tax planning can come into play at particular points too. We agree the scope with you based on your role, your structure and your income sources, so you are not paying for work that is not relevant to you.
NHS and private income can be recorded with different reference points and can arrive on different cycles, which sometimes makes reconciliation harder than it needs to be. We help set up bookkeeping that keeps the two streams distinguishable, so the totals reported in your accounts and tax returns are supported by reliable records. How each element is treated for tax purposes can depend on your contract, your business structure and the nature of the income, so we look at your specific arrangements rather than assuming a single approach.
Yes. It is common for dentists to combine associate work with locum sessions, a share of practice profits, teaching or other dental-related income, and each element may need to be reported correctly. We look at the whole picture, work out which returns are required, and make sure the income and related expenses are presented consistently. Where income comes through more than one structure, such as self-employment alongside a limited company, we explain how the reporting fits together.
We can support practice payroll, which typically covers receptionists, dental nurses, hygienists and associate dentists, including the employment taxes and reporting obligations that come with employing staff. On VAT, we help practice owners understand whether registration may be required, how VAT can apply to different elements of dental income, and how to keep records that support the returns. Whether VAT registration is necessary or beneficial depends on your turnover and the mix of services you provide, so the position is reviewed against your own circumstances.
A partnership generally means the practice accounts are prepared and the profits are then allocated between the partners, with each partner reporting their share through Self Assessment. A limited company is a separate legal entity, so annual accounts are filed for the company and Corporation Tax applies to its profits, with directors often paid through a combination of salary and dividends. The right structure depends on your profits, your plans for the practice and your personal position, and it can change as the practice grows or as partners join and leave.
In most cases, yes. Switching usually involves confirming your new appointment in writing, letting your previous accountant know, and arranging for the relevant records to be passed across. The practical steps depend on where you are in the accounting year and whether any filings are already in progress. If you are unsure what your current position looks like, we can talk through what information is needed to pick things up cleanly.
It helps to have a clear picture of your working arrangements first: whether you are an associate, principal, partner or company director, and where your income comes from. From there, typical information includes your fee statements, any self-employment or practice records, details of professional expenses, previous accounts or tax returns where available, payroll information if you employ staff, and bank or bookkeeping records. We will tell you exactly what is relevant to your situation rather than asking for everything at once.
