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 tends to involve a few moving parts that do not always appear in other professions. Income may arrive from more than one source, working arrangements can change as a career develops, and the way a dentist is engaged — employed, self-employed or through a company — has a direct effect on what needs to be reported and when.
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.
Many associate dentists work as self-employed sole traders, which generally 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 understand what needs to be reported, keep your records in a usable format and prepare the return accurately. If you are paid through a practice's payroll as an employee instead, your position may be different, so it is worth checking how your arrangement is actually set up.
Income from NHS contracts, private treatment, dental plans and insurers may arrive in different ways and on different cycles, but it generally needs to be captured accurately in your books and reported correctly. We can help you set up a bookkeeping routine that separates income streams clearly, reconciles payments and keeps figures ready for accounts, VAT returns or Self Assessment. How each stream is treated for tax or VAT can depend on your business structure and contract arrangements.
There is no single answer that suits every practice. Operating through a limited company can work well for some practice owners because of the way profits can be taken and the separation between business and personal finances, but it also brings additional compliance, administration and payroll considerations. A partnership or sole trader structure can be the better fit in other situations. The right choice depends on your profits, how many owners are involved, your plans for the practice and your personal circumstances, so it is worth reviewing properly rather than assuming.
Costs genuinely incurred for your dental work may be allowable, although the rules are not identical for every type of expense or every working arrangement. Indemnity cover, professional subscriptions, continuing professional development and certain equipment or business mileage costs are common examples that may qualify. Capital purchases such as equipment or surgery refurbishment may need to be treated differently from everyday running costs, and there can be restrictions where items are used for both personal and professional purposes, so expenses are best reviewed individually.
Yes. Dental practices often employ a mix of people, such as dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists and practice managers, and each brings PAYE, National Insurance and pension considerations. We can handle payroll processing, payslips and the associated reporting so employment costs stay accurate and deadlines are met. Where associates are engaged rather than employed, their treatment is different and we would look at that separately.
Yes. Moving across is usually a case of us obtaining professional clearance, collecting the relevant records and making sure nothing is overlooked during the handover. It helps to have recent accounts, tax returns, bookkeeping records and details of any VAT or payroll arrangements available, but we can guide you through what is needed. A slow response from a previous accountant does not usually prevent the process from moving forward.
It depends on your circumstances, but most dentists begin with details of their income sources, business structure, previous accounts or tax returns, bookkeeping records, bank statements and any VAT or payroll information. If you are employed as well as self-employed, or you receive income from several practices, telling us early helps us build an accurate picture. From there we can outline what needs to be done, by when and in what order.
Fees reflect the work involved, which varies depending on whether you are a sole trader associate, a partnership or a limited company practice with payroll and VAT requirements. We aim to agree the scope and basis of our fees upfront so there are no surprises, and to explain clearly what is included within the arrangement. If your circumstances change during the year, we will discuss any effect on the fee before further work is carried out.
