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 a straightforward self-employment position, and the detail depends on how you work, who you work for and the structure you trade through. Areas that may need attention include the following.
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.
A specialist dental accountant works regularly with the income patterns and cost structures that dental professionals deal with, such as percentage-based associate fees, a mix of NHS and private income, indemnity cover, laboratory bills and significant equipment purchases. That familiarity can make the process smoother, because you spend less time explaining how your work is structured and more time on the decisions that matter. A general accountant may well be able to handle your affairs, but a dental focus can help ensure nothing specific to your profession is overlooked.
In many cases, yes. Associate dentists are usually treated as self-employed, which means their income and allowable expenses are reported through Self Assessment rather than taxed entirely under PAYE. However, this depends on the terms of your engagement and how the practice treats you, and some dentists hold a mix of employed and self-employed roles. If you are unsure how your arrangement should be treated, it is worth reviewing the contract and the reality of the working relationship before the return is prepared.
Both are generally taxable, but they can arise under quite different contract and payment arrangements, and the way they are recorded and reported may differ. Keeping the two streams clearly separated in your bookkeeping makes your accounts easier to prepare and your position clearer if questions are ever raised. Where a practice receives funding under an NHS contract alongside private fee income, the treatment can depend on the specific arrangement in place.
Yes. Practice owners often need annual accounts, Corporation Tax returns, director remuneration planning, payroll for the practice team and VAT support where registration applies. If a practice trades through a partnership or as a sole trader, the reporting looks different and we adapt accordingly. Where a practice is considering incorporating, or preparing for a sale, we can help assess the accounting and tax consequences of the options available.
Commonly claimed items include indemnity and professional insurance, GDC and professional body subscriptions, CPD, clinical clothing, laboratory fees and a proportion of practice running costs where they relate to your work. Equipment purchases may qualify for relief under capital allowances rather than being treated as an ordinary expense. Claims need to meet the relevant rules, so records and receipts matter, and treatment can vary depending on whether you are employed, self-employed or operating through a company.
Yes. Practice payroll can include hygienists, therapists, nurses, reception and administrative staff, with real-time reporting and pension duties to manage alongside salaries. On the VAT side, we can help with registration decisions, returns and record-keeping, including situations where a practice provides a mixture of NHS, private and cosmetic services that may be treated differently. Whether VAT registration is required depends on your turnover and the nature of your supplies.
Switching is usually more straightforward than people expect. We can contact your existing accountant to request professional clearance and the relevant records, then review your current position before the next filing deadline. Timing the change after a year end, or at least well before a return or accounts deadline, generally makes the transition smoother and reduces the risk of delays.
It helps to have details of how you work, such as whether you are an associate, a principal, a partner or a company director, along with the sources of your income. Copies of your most recent tax return, accounts, VAT records and any payroll information give us a clear starting point, and bank or bookkeeping records for the current period help us build an accurate picture. If some of that is missing, we can talk through what to gather first.
