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 often involve more moving parts than they first appear, and the accounting treatment can differ from one dentist to the next depending on contracts, income mix and business structure. Some of the issues that commonly prompt dentists to look for specialist support include:
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 deals with the specific mix of income and costs that dental work creates — NHS contract or UDA-based payments, private treatment fees, associate agreements, indemnity cover, professional subscriptions, laboratory charges and equipment purchases. They also need to understand how those items are treated depending on whether you operate as a sole trader, a partner or a limited company. A general accountant can still help, but familiarity with dental income patterns usually makes the reporting and tax planning side more straightforward.
Often yes, but it depends on how you are engaged. Many associate dentists are treated as self-employed and must report their income and allowable expenses through Self Assessment. Some dentists are employed and taxed through PAYE, yet may still need to file a return if they have other untaxed income, such as private work, rental income or dividends. The answer depends on your contract and your wider circumstances, which we review before giving advice.
Both are generally treated as taxable income from your profession or trade and both need to be recorded in your accounts. The practical differences usually show up in how the money arrives — NHS contract payments or UDA statements compared with invoices for private treatment — and in how shared expenses are allocated between the two. VAT can also apply differently depending on the type of treatment and your registration status, so the position should be reviewed rather than assumed.
Yes. Payroll support can cover practice staff, hygienists, reception and admin teams, and employed dentists, including payslips, PAYE reporting and the underlying records. Where associates are treated as self-employed, their payments are handled differently from employee wages, so identifying which arrangement applies is an important part of getting payroll right. Workplace pension obligations may also apply where staff meet the relevant criteria.
There is no single answer. Sole trader status can suit a dentist with straightforward income, a partnership may fit two or more dentists sharing a practice, and a limited company can sometimes be worth considering as profits grow or where a particular ownership structure is wanted. Tax treatment, administration and how profits are extracted all differ, so the decision is best made after reviewing your income, plans and personal circumstances.
Useful records include NHS payment statements or UDA schedules, private treatment invoices, bank and card statements, receipts for indemnity cover, professional body subscriptions, GDC fees, laboratory bills, equipment purchases, practice overheads and travel or mileage claims. If you employ staff, payroll records are needed as well. Keeping these organised through the year usually makes accounts and tax returns quicker to prepare and reduces the risk of overlooking a legitimate expense.
Yes. Practice purchase and sale work can involve reviewing accounts and tax history, considering the most suitable structure for the buyer or seller, planning around goodwill and equipment values, and making sure the numbers behind the transaction are properly understood. Because these transactions carry tax consequences that depend on structure and timing, involving an accountant early usually leaves more options open than raising questions after completion.
In most cases the process is reasonably straightforward. You confirm the appointment, your previous accountant provides handover information or we request it with your written authority, and we pick things up from the current position. It often helps to time the change to the end of an accounting period, although it can be done at other points if there is a good reason to move sooner. We explain what is needed and manage the practical steps.
