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 mix of income types, practice overheads and reporting obligations that do not sit neatly in a single category. The points below are common considerations, though which of them apply will depend on whether you are an associate, a principal, a partner or a company director, and on how your work is arranged.
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 associate dentist is usually treated as self-employed, so the focus tends to be on recording income from sessions or UDAs, claiming allowable professional expenses, and filing a Self Assessment tax return. A practice owner, by contrast, may also be dealing with staff payroll, premises costs, equipment, VAT, and either partnership or limited company accounts. The right approach depends on your contract, your income sources and the structure you operate through, so it is worth reviewing your position rather than assuming a standard treatment applies.
Yes. Many dentists receive income from more than one source, which might include NHS payments, private treatment fees, laboratory or referral work, or income from teaching and lecturing. Keeping these streams recorded separately and supported by clear documentation makes it easier to prepare accurate accounts and tax returns, and helps you see which parts of your work are performing well. How each element is reported can vary depending on whether you are self-employed, in a partnership or trading through a company.
Commonly claimed items may include GDC and professional body subscriptions, indemnity insurance, continuing professional development, professional journals, and a proportion of costs such as practice administration or use of a home office where relevant. Equipment and certain capital items are usually treated differently from day-to-day running costs and may attract reliefs depending on the circumstances. Because eligibility depends on your working arrangements and whether an expense is wholly and exclusively for your work, we review claims individually rather than applying a blanket list.
Running a dental practice through a limited company brings obligations such as annual accounts, Corporation Tax returns, confirmation statements and, where relevant, PAYE for staff and directors. There are also decisions to make about salary and dividend planning, and about how practice profits are extracted in a tax-efficient way. An accountant can handle the filings and help you understand the options available, though the most suitable approach will depend on your profits, personal circumstances and long-term plans.
Practice payroll can include dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists, therapists, practice managers and any associates engaged on an employed basis. We can run payroll on an ongoing basis, calculate deductions, and prepare the associated submissions and payslips so staff are paid accurately and on time. Where a practice also employs the principal or directors, their pay needs to be coordinated with the wider tax planning for the business.
VAT treatment in dentistry is not always straightforward, because some services may be exempt while others, such as certain cosmetic or laboratory-related work, may be standard-rated. If your practice is registered, we can help you keep accurate records, prepare and submit returns, and understand which income streams fall where. Whether registration is required or beneficial depends on your turnover and the mix of services you provide, so this is usually reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
As early as possible. Whether you are buying a share of a practice, joining as a partner, incorporating an existing business or preparing to sell, the tax and structural implications can be significant. Involving an accountant before agreements are finalised gives you time to consider the options, understand the potential tax consequences and make sure the numbers in the practice figures stand up to scrutiny.
It helps to have details of your working arrangements — for example whether you are self-employed, in a partnership or a company — along with your income sources, recent accounts or tax returns, details of any practice you are involved with, and records of expenses and payroll. If you are switching accountants, we can usually take over from your existing adviser and request the relevant records on your behalf. Once we understand your position, we can confirm exactly what is needed and what the ongoing work will involve.
