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 a layer of complexity that a straightforward trading business does not have. How that complexity shows up depends on whether you work as an associate, a principal, a partner, or through a limited company, and on how your income is made up. The points below are common considerations rather than universal ones.
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.
An accountant working with dentists generally covers the areas that sit behind your clinical work: Self Assessment tax returns, bookkeeping, annual accounts, and, where relevant, Corporation Tax, payroll, VAT, and practice accounting. For an associate dentist, that may mean tracking multiple pay streams and claiming allowable professional expenses. For a practice owner, it may extend to staff payroll, equipment finance, partnership or company accounts, and tax planning. The exact scope depends on how you work and what structure you trade through.
Many associate dentists are treated as self-employed, which usually means filing a Self Assessment tax return and keeping records of income and expenses throughout the year. Whether you need formal support depends on the number of practices you work across, whether you have additional income, and how confident you feel about the return. An accountant can help confirm your employment status position, identify expenses that may be allowable, and make sure the figures reported match your records.
Where income comes from both NHS contract work and private treatment, accurate record-keeping matters because the two are usually tracked differently. We help set up bookkeeping that keeps each stream identifiable, so the figures flowing into accounts and tax returns reflect what you actually earned. Where a practice combines exempt healthcare services with additional taxable income, VAT treatment may also need reviewing, as it is not always straightforward.
Yes. Many dentists receive income from more than one place, such as associate sessions at two practices, locum work, a share of practice profits, or rental income from a property. These sources can be taxed differently and may affect your payment on account and overall tax position. Bringing them together in one place usually makes it easier to see the full picture and avoid surprises when a tax bill arrives.
There is no single answer that suits every practice. A partnership is common where two or more dentists share ownership and profits, while a limited company can appeal to some practice owners for reasons that may include how profits are extracted and how the business is structured for the future. The right choice depends on your profits, your plans, your personal circumstances, and your attitude to administration, so it is worth discussing before making a change.
We can support payroll for dental practices, which may include nurses, reception and administration teams, hygienists, and, in some arrangements, associates. That typically covers payslips, PAYE and National Insurance calculations, and the reporting obligations that come with employing staff. Where a practice also engages self-employed associates, it is worth checking that the arrangements are consistent, as getting this wrong can create complications later.
Practice purchases and sales involve a number of financial and tax considerations, including how the transaction is structured, what is being bought, and how the numbers affect your position afterwards. We can help you understand the accounting implications, review the figures involved, and plan for the tax consequences where applicable. It is usually better to involve your accountant early rather than after terms have been agreed.
As a starting point, it helps to have details of how you work, your income sources, your current business structure, and any existing accounting records or previous returns. Bank statements, practice accounts, payroll information, and records of professional expenses such as indemnity cover and subscriptions are also useful. If your records are not yet tidy, that is not a barrier; part of the work is often getting everything organised into a workable system.
