Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Clydebank: Specialist Tax and Accounting Support for Dental Professionals
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Accounting Support Built Around Dentistry, Not Generic Business Templates
Associate & Private Dentists
Self-assessment, allowable expense claims, lab fees and superannuation reconciliation for self-employed associates and private dentists.
Dental Practice Owners & Principals
Practice accounts, payroll for nurses and receptionists, UDA income monitoring, cash flow and profit extraction planning.
Orthodontists & Specialists
Accounting for referral-based and specialist practices, including capital allowances on equipment and VAT on cosmetic treatment.
Squat Practices & Dental Start-Ups
Cash flow forecasts for lenders, company formation, cloud software set-up and registration for new and squat dental practices.
Our Accounting Services for Dentists in Clydebank
Bookkeeping for 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.
VAT for Dental Practices
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.
Self-Assessment for Associate Dentists
We prepare associate tax returns, claim every allowable expense from GDC fees and indemnity to CPD and lab costs, and reconcile superannuation deductions.
Dental Payroll, Auto-Enrolment & NHS Pension
Payroll for nurses, hygienists and reception staff, plus auto-enrolment, statutory pay and NHS Pension submissions handled on time every month.
Practice Accounts & Profitability Reporting
Management accounts that show profit per surgery, per associate and per income stream, so you can see exactly where the practice makes money.
Financial and Accounting Considerations for Dentists and Dental Practices
Dental income is rarely simple, and the accounting treatment of expenses, profits and structures can differ depending on whether you are an associate, a principal, a partner or a company director. Some of the considerations we commonly work through include:
- Separating and reporting NHS and private dental income accurately, including where both streams run side by side
- Understanding associate dentist arrangements, fee splits and whether income should be treated as self-employed earnings
- Identifying allowable professional expenses, indemnity and professional body subscriptions, and where relief may apply
- Accounting for dental equipment, capital expenditure and how expenditure is treated over time
- Running practice payroll for staff and, where relevant, associates, including pension and employment cost considerations
- Keeping bookkeeping and financial records in order throughout the year rather than reconstructing them at the deadline
- VAT considerations for mixed NHS and private work, which can vary depending on how services are supplied
- Managing practice cash flow, drawings and profits where income is uneven across the year
- Choosing between partnership and limited company structures, and reviewing whether an existing structure still fits
- Handling tax administration and Self Assessment deadlines alongside a full clinical diary
Practical Accounting Support Designed Around Clinical Working Lives
Genuine Dental Expertise
We know UDAs, superannuation, associate agreements and GDC costs without being told.
Built Around Your Practice
Associates, principals and multi-site groups each get a different service, not a template.
Fixed, Transparent Fees
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no surprises at year end.
Proactive Dental Tax Planning
Incorporation reviews, capital allowances on equipment and profit extraction planned in advance.
Named Accountant, Real Answers
You deal with the same qualified person every time, by phone or email, not a call centre.
A Track Record Since Before WWII
Our roots go back further than the Second World War and we act for dental clients across London.
Our Simple Three-Step Approach
1. Initial Consultation (It’s Free):
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.
2. Customised Plan:
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.
3. Ongoing Support & Updates:
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.
Professional Standards, Specialist Focus, Straightforward Advice
Technology Driven
Cloud accounting linked to your practice software so your figures are current, not six months old.
Named Dental Accountant
A dedicated accountant for dentists who knows your practice, your contract and your plans.
Ongoing Support
Unlimited support by phone and email, including quick answers on UDA and superannuation queries.
Experienced Team
Our team has over 100 years of combined accountancy experience.
Free - Email Reminders
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
Yes, We Are Chartered!
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
How to Switch to Our Dental Accountants
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:
Get in touch
Reach out to us and we will discuss your practice, your contract and how we can help.
Letter of Engagement
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
Previous Accountants
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
We Do the Rest
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your practice running smoothly.
FAQs
It is not a legal requirement, but many associate dentists choose to appoint one because their income is usually treated as self-employed earnings, which means registering with HMRC, filing a Self Assessment tax return each year and keeping records of income and allowable expenses. An accountant can help you work out what counts as a legitimate business expense, how to record income from multiple practices, and how payments on account and any tax due are calculated. If you also have employed income or other sources, those need to be brought together correctly on the return.
The two income streams are generally recorded separately so that the figures are clear and traceable, whether you are completing a Self Assessment return or preparing company accounts. Detailing NHS contract income and private fee income independently makes it easier to monitor performance, spot changes in either stream and support your records if HMRC raises a query. Where you work across more than one practice, we look at how each income source is reported to you and how best to present it.
Yes. Practice accounting and personal tax often need to be considered together, particularly if you are a principal dentist taking drawings or a director receiving a salary and dividends. We can prepare annual accounts, deal with Corporation Tax or partnership returns where relevant, run payroll for staff and associates, and handle the personal tax side, so that the overall position is consistent rather than treated as separate, disconnected exercises.
There is no single answer, because the right structure depends on your profits, how many principals are involved, how you want to take money out of the business, and your plans for the future. A limited company can suit some practices, while a partnership or sole trader arrangement may work better for others. We can talk through the tax and administrative implications of each option, including reporting and compliance obligations, so you can make an informed decision rather than following a general rule.
Broadly, you should keep records of all income received and all business expenses incurred, along with supporting documents such as invoices, receipts, bank statements and NHS or private payment schedules. Professional subscriptions, indemnity cover, registration fees and certain equipment costs are among the expenses dentists commonly claim, but whether relief is available can depend on the nature of the cost and your circumstances. Good record-keeping throughout the year makes the return far quicker to prepare.
VAT is not automatic for every dental practice, and the position can be affected by whether your work is NHS, private or a mixture of both, as some supplies are treated differently from others. Registration depends on your taxable turnover and the nature of your services. If VAT does apply to you, we can help with registration, record-keeping and returns, and if your circumstances change, we can review whether your current VAT treatment remains appropriate.
Yes. Switching accountants is usually a straightforward process, and we can contact your existing adviser to request the information and records needed to take over. It helps to have your most recent accounts, tax returns and bookkeeping up to date, but we can work through the handover with you and identify anything that needs to be tidied up along the way. The aim is to make the transition as smooth as possible without disrupting your filing obligations.
It depends on your arrangement, but typically we would ask for details of your income sources, whether you are employed, self-employed or trading through a company, your business structure, and any existing accounts or returns. Practice owners may also need to provide payroll information, VAT records if registered, and details of equipment or premises costs. We will confirm exactly what is relevant once we understand your position, so you are not asked for information that does not apply to you.