Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
4.9/5.0
Google Reviews
See what doctors, dentists, and care providers say about working with us.
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.
Accounting for a dental practice is rarely a case of simply adding up fee income and subtracting costs. The way income is earned, the structure of the business and the type of costs involved all influence what needs to be recorded, reported and paid, and those factors vary from one dentist to the next. Common considerations 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.
In most cases, a dentist who is self-employed or working as a partner will need to report income and expenses through Self Assessment, although the exact position depends on your circumstances and the way you are engaged. If you are paid through PAYE as an employee but also receive untaxed income, you may still need to file a return. We can review how you work, confirm whether a return is required and prepare it, including any payments on account that may follow from your tax position.
Associate dentists are often treated as self-employed for tax purposes, which means keeping records of the fees received from each practice, claiming allowable professional expenses and reporting the resulting profit through Self Assessment. Where you work across several practices, or where your agreement includes elements such as materials, laboratory work or use of facilities, the detail matters. We can help you record income by practice, keep supporting paperwork in order and make sure the figures reported reflect the actual arrangement.
Yes. Many dentists and practices receive income from more than one source, and the way that income is recorded and reported can differ depending on how it is received. Keeping NHS income and private fees clearly separated from the outset makes bookkeeping, VAT records where applicable, and annual accounts far simpler, and it also makes it easier to spot trends in the practice. We can help you set up records that work in practice rather than on paper.
Expenses such as indemnity insurance, professional subscriptions and registration costs, continuing professional development, clinical equipment and certain travel costs may be allowable, but the treatment depends on the specific expense and on the rules that apply, including the requirement that costs are incurred wholly and exclusively for the purposes of the business. Some items benefit from capital allowances rather than a straight deduction, and mixed personal and business costs need apportioning. We can review your spending and advise on what can be claimed in your situation.
We can support dental practices with payroll for employed team members such as dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists, practice managers and salaried dentists, including the associated reporting obligations and pension duties where they apply. Because associate dentists are often self-employed rather than employed, the treatment of their payments is usually handled differently, and we can advise on how those arrangements should be reflected in your records.
There is no single answer that suits every dental practice. Sole trader and partnership structures are common, while a limited company may suit some owners depending on profit levels, plans for reinvestment and how they wish to take money out of the business. Tax treatment, compliance requirements and administrative workloads differ between them, so it is worth reviewing the options before assuming your current structure is still the right fit.
Switching is usually more straightforward than people expect. We would typically ask for details of your current arrangements, confirm what has already been filed and, where you are happy to proceed, handle the professional clearance with your existing accountant so that records and information can be passed across. Once we have your information, we can review the position, identify anything outstanding and agree how the ongoing work will be handled.
It helps to have your most recent tax return or accounts, details of your income sources such as practice statements, associateship agreements or fee summaries, records of expenses, payroll information if you employ staff and any HMRC correspondence you have received. If some of this is not readily available, that is not a barrier, as part of our initial work can involve helping you piece together the information needed.
