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 often involves more moving parts than other professional service businesses, because income, expenses and reporting requirements can differ depending on whether you are an associate, a principal, a partner or a company director. The points below are common considerations rather than a checklist that applies to everyone.
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.
Dentistry tends to involve a blend of income sources and working arrangements that general accounting support does not always account for. You may receive NHS contract payments alongside private fees, work as a self-employed associate across several practices, or own a limited company that employs a clinical and administrative team. Each of these can affect how income is recorded, what expenses are relevant and which returns need to be filed. Accountants for dentists in Brimstage need to understand those differences so the figures reflect what you actually do.
Often, yes. A self-employed associate is typically focused on recording fee income, tracking allowable expenses and completing Self Assessment accurately. A principal or practice owner may instead need annual accounts, Corporation Tax or partnership returns, payroll for staff, VAT support and planning around practice profits and equipment purchases. Some dentists do both at once, working as an associate while also holding an interest in a practice, which can make the reporting position more involved.
Yes. Many dentists receive a combination of NHS contract income, private treatment fees and other earnings, and keeping those streams clearly separated makes reporting and tax planning easier. How each element is treated can depend on your contract, your business structure and the nature of the treatment provided, so the approach is usually tailored rather than uniform.
Common examples include professional subscriptions, indemnity cover, continuing professional development, certain equipment costs and elements of practice running expenses. Whether a particular cost can be claimed, and how much relief it attracts, depends on your circumstances and whether it was incurred wholly and exclusively for your work. Because treatment can vary, it is worth discussing specific costs rather than assuming a standard list applies.
It depends on the practice. Some dental treatments are treated differently from cosmetic or elective procedures, and mixed supplies can complicate how VAT applies to a practice's turnover. Registration is generally driven by taxable turnover rather than total income, so the position needs to be assessed on your own figures and the services you provide.
Not necessarily. Some dentists work as sole traders, some as partners and some through a limited company, and each structure carries different reporting, tax and administrative implications. The right choice depends on your income levels, how many practices you work across, whether you employ staff and your longer-term plans. It is a decision worth reviewing as your circumstances change rather than setting once and forgetting.
It helps to have details of your working arrangements, your income sources, any practice or company structure, and records such as invoices, bank statements, expense receipts and previous returns or accounts. If you already work with an accountant, information about your current position makes the transition smoother. The exact requirements depend on whether you are self-employed, in a partnership or running a company.
Fees generally reflect the scope and complexity of the work involved, such as whether you need Self Assessment only, or bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns and annual accounts for a practice with employees. Rather than quoting a fixed figure upfront, it is more accurate to discuss your circumstances first so the support and the cost can be matched properly to what you need.
