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 more moving parts than a single salary or one trading income. NHS contract payments, private fee income, associate splits, laboratory costs and equipment purchases can all sit alongside one another, and how each is recorded and treated may depend on your employment status, your business structure and whether you are registered for VAT.
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 many cases, yes. If you are an associate dentist, a locum, or you receive untaxed income from private work, that income will usually need to be reported through Self Assessment. The exact position depends on your employment status, your total income and whether tax has already been deducted at source, and where an arrangement is treated as employment the reporting route will differ. We review how you are engaged and paid before confirming what needs to be filed and when.
Associate dentists are often treated as self-employed for tax purposes, which means income from the practice is generally reported on a Self Assessment return and allowable expenses may be claimed against it. The detail can vary, though: some associates receive a share of NHS fees, others are paid for private work only, and some agreements combine both. Keeping clear records of sessions, payment statements and costs such as indemnity insurance and professional registration makes the year-end process considerably simpler.
Yes. Mixed income is common in dental work and can affect record-keeping, profit calculations and any VAT position. NHS contract income and private fees may need to be tracked separately so that the figures behind your accounts and returns are reliable, and the timing of payments can change the picture from one year to the next. We can help you set up a bookkeeping approach that keeps the streams distinct without adding unnecessary admin.
Many practices do, but not all. If you employ receptionists, nurses, hygienists or other staff, payroll will need to be run and the related employment costs accounted for. VAT registration depends on turnover and the nature of the services provided, and where it applies, the treatment of NHS and private income needs careful consideration. We can handle payroll and VAT returns as part of a wider practice accounting service or alongside annual accounts work.
There is no single structure that suits every dental practice. Sole trader and partnership arrangements remain common, while some practice owners find a limited company appropriate depending on profits, expansion plans and how they wish to take money out of the business. Each option carries different reporting obligations and tax considerations, so the right answer depends on your individual circumstances. We can talk through the practical implications and the administration involved before you decide.
Good records make everything else easier. Depending on how you work, that might include invoices or payment statements from practices, NHS payment schedules, bank statements, receipts for indemnity cover, GDC and professional body subscriptions, equipment and materials purchases, and details of any staff costs. We can help you identify what is relevant to your situation and set up a routine for keeping it organised through the year rather than at the last minute.
Switching is usually more straightforward than people expect. We would ask for an overview of your current position, confirm what has already been filed, and — with your authorisation — contact your existing accountant to request the records we need. Where possible, the change can be aligned with your reporting cycle so nothing is disrupted, and if you are part-way through a year we can pick up from wherever the records currently stand.
It helps to have an overview of how you work, whether you are an associate, principal, partner or company director, together with your most recent tax return, accounts or bookkeeping records and details of any payroll, VAT or staff arrangements. If things are incomplete, that is not a barrier, since part of the initial conversation is working out what exists and what needs to be put in place. From there, we can agree the scope of support and how it will be delivered.
