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 income rarely arrives as a single, tidy stream, and the accounting treatment can differ depending on how you work and how the practice is structured. The points below are common considerations rather than a checklist that applies to every dentist.
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.
Not everyone does, but many associate dentists find it helpful. As a self-employed associate you are typically responsible for registering with HMRC where required, filing a Self Assessment tax return and keeping records of income and allowable expenses. An accountant can help you record NHS and private income correctly, claim the professional costs you are entitled to, such as indemnity cover and professional subscriptions, and understand what you may owe and when.
Both generally form part of your taxable income, but they can arrive in different ways and through different payment routes, which is why keeping them separately recorded is useful. The exact treatment can depend on whether you receive the income as a self-employed associate, as a practice owner, or through a limited company, and whether VAT applies to any of the services. We can look at how your income is structured and explain the reporting position for your circumstances.
Yes. Dentists often have several income streams, such as associate work at more than one practice, private treatment fees, locum work, or property and investment income alongside their clinical earnings. We can bring those together into a single tax return, make sure the figures are recorded consistently and check that relevant expenses are treated appropriately. Where tax is payable through payments on account, we can also explain how those work so there are no surprises.
VAT treatment in dentistry is not straightforward, because some services may be exempt while others, including certain cosmetic or purely private treatments, may be treated differently. Registration also depends on your taxable turnover and the services you provide, so it is not something that can be assumed either way. We can review the mix of work your practice carries out and advise on whether registration is required and how VAT should be reported if it is.
A partnership generally means the practice's profits are taxed through the partners' individual tax returns, with each partner reporting their share, whereas a limited company is a separate legal entity that pays Corporation Tax and files its own accounts. The choice can affect how profits are taxed, how drawings or salaries are taken, and what is publicly filed. Many practices review their structure as they grow, and we can explain the implications of each option without assuming one is automatically better for you.
In broad terms, you should keep records of all income received, including NHS payments, private fees and any other earnings, together with evidence of business costs such as indemnity cover, professional subscriptions, laboratory fees, equipment and premises costs. Practice owners will also need payroll records, staff costs, bank statements and details of any equipment purchases or finance agreements. Keeping these organised through the year makes the accounts and tax return far easier to prepare and reduces the risk of missing something important.
Usually we ask for your previous accounts or tax returns, details of your income sources, records of expenses, and information about any practice you own or are a partner in, including payroll and VAT records if relevant. If you are switching from another accountant, we can also help arrange the handover of information so nothing is lost in the changeover. Once we understand your circumstances, we will confirm exactly what is needed and how to send it.
Yes. Practice payroll can cover salaried dentists, dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists and other team members, along with the associated deductions, pension duties where they apply and reporting to HMRC. We can run payroll on an ongoing basis or review how it is currently handled, and we will flag anything that needs your attention before it becomes a problem.
