Who we help
Accountancy that changes as your dental business changes
The accounting support you need changes as your career and business develop. A self-employed associate may mainly need help with Self Assessment and tax. A practice owner needs bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax and management reporting. A dental group may then add multi-site reporting and, where there are multiple legal entities, more complex group accounting.
For dental associates
Associate
Associate Dentist Accounts Packages
From £650/year + VAT
For self-employed associates and dentists trading through a limited company.
Self Assessment, allowable expenses and tax support for self-employed associates, with incorporation advice and limited company accounts.
For dental practice owners
Dental Practice
Dental Practice Accounts Packages
From £500/month + VAT
For dentists who own and operate a single dental practice.
Bookkeeping, annual accounts, Corporation Tax and management reporting, with additional support available for payroll, associate pay and more advanced tax planning.
For dental groups and DSOs
Dental Groups and DSOs
Dental Group Accounts Packages
From £950/month + VAT
For multi-site dental businesses, dental groups and DSOs.
We support everything from multiple practices within one company to more complex multi-entity and holding company structures, including management reporting, payroll, inter-company accounting and consolidated reporting where required.
One-off transition fee when you join
When you switch to Samera, there is a one-off transition fee equal to one month’s fee. If your records require additional work, such as historical bookkeeping clean-up or a complex mid-year handover, we will agree any additional costs with you before work begins.
Why Samera
Why dentists choose Samera as their accountants
Dental accountancy is where Samera started when it was founded in 2002. Founder & CEO Arun Mehra has worked with dentists since 1999, and our accountancy team now works across the profession, from self-employed associates to practice owners and larger dental groups.
Specialists in dental accountancy
Our accountants work with dentists every day, so they understand the accounting and tax issues that come with associate income, dental practice ownership and multi-site groups. You are not explaining the basics of how a dental business works every time you speak to us.
Support that can grow with you
The support you need changes as your career and business develop. We work across associates, practice owners and groups, so we can continue supporting you as your accounting, tax and reporting requirements become more complex.
Professional standards, modern systems
Samera is listed in the ICAEW firm directory and is a Xero Partner. We combine established professional accountancy with cloud-based systems, reporting and digital workflows.
Technology built around dental businesses
Working closely with dentists has also led us to build our own technology around recurring financial and operational problems, from associate tax visibility and associate pay to practice performance and growth.
Built for dentists
Technology built around the financial side of dentistry
Working with dentists every day has also led us to build software around problems we repeatedly see across both our clients’ dental businesses and our own.
Track associate income, expenses and estimated tax
Our associate tax software helps dentists keep a clearer view of what they have earned, what they have spent and the tax they may need to set aside.
Automate associate pay calculations
Clever Pay brings Dentally and Xero data together to calculate associate pay, including individual pay rules, NHS and UDA income, deductions and pay statements.
See how your practice is really performing
Clever Performance combines clinical and financial data to show production, profitability, EBITDA, clinician performance and chair utilisation in one place.
Find missed revenue and unused capacity
Clever Growth helps identify lapsed patients, outstanding treatment and unused chair time, then turns those opportunities into practical actions for the team.
Case studies
Real outcomes for dentists
These case studies show how we have helped real dental clients improve their financial performance, reporting and business decisions. Client names are withheld for confidentiality, but the figures and outcomes are genuine.
Beyond the core packages
Additional accountancy and tax support
Alongside our core accountancy packages, our dental team can provide specialist support as your tax, reporting and financial requirements become more complex.
Client reviews
What our dental clients say
I’ve had an outstanding experience with Samera, and I can’t recommend them enough! A special thanks to Shivangi Dwivedi, who has been incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive throughout. Her attention to detail and ability to clearly explain complex financial matters has been a huge relief for me as a dentist managing both clinical work and business responsibilities. Shivangi is always approachable and quick to respond, making what could be a stressful process feel smooth and well-organised. Whether it’s tax planning, bookkeeping, or just good financial advice, I feel confident knowing my accounts are in such capable hands. Thank you, Shivangi and the Samera team — you’ve made a real difference to my peace of mind!
Emre – Dentist – 5 Stars
Samera have been my accountant for 7 years and have continued to provide me with accurate accounts and timely submissions. Their digital workflow eases the management of receipts and filing. I have found them to be supportive and knowledgeable particularly during the recent crisis.
Patrick – Dentist – 5 Stars
excellent accountants!!
Tif – Dentist – 5 Stars
very knowledgeable and efficient accountants
Gerasimia – Dentist – 5 Stars
Great price. Really happy with service and organisation of my accounts!
Paul – Dentist – 5 Stars
Been with Samera since 2008 when we bought our first dental practice, their knowledge and expertise is second to none not least because they also own their own dental practices, putting them a unique position in terms of their knowledge and advice for the Dental Industry. Whether you’re setting up from scratch or acquiring an existing practice, Samera have been there to offer advice on raising finance, staff and team issues, tax knowledge, leadership and having a strong vision, marketing, getting into purchasing groups and also purchasing equipment. It’s been a pleasure to work with them and see how they’ve grown from humble beginnings, I don’t think you can find another accountancy service (they’re obviously much more than this) in the U.K.
Saijel – Dental practice owner – 5 Stars
Beyond accountancy
Other support for dentists and dental practices
Samera can also support the wider financial and commercial decisions that come with practice ownership, from buying or starting a practice to growing a group and preparing for sale.
- Buy a dental practice
- Start a dental practice
- Grow a dental practice
- Sell a dental practice
- Practice valuations
- Dental practice finance
- Clever Practice – the AI brain for your dental practice
Who you’ll work with
Speak to our dental accountancy team
Our accountancy team covers associates, practice owners, dental groups, tax, payroll and financial reporting. Book a free call with the person whose expertise best matches what you need.
Director of Operations – Accountancy and Tax
ACCA | CTA Pathway | MBA
- Dental Accountancy and Tax for Practice Owners
- Management Accounts and Financial Reporting
- Dental tax planning
- Accounting Systems and Process Automation
Business Development Executive – Accountancy and Tax
ACCA | BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance
- Dental Accountancy and Tax for Dental Associates
- Self Assessment and Limited Company Accounts
- Making Tax Digital
Client Service Manager · Payroll and Pensions Lead
- Payroll Processing and PAYE Compliance
- Workplace Pensions and Auto-Enrolment
- HMRC Correspondence and Client Services
- Accountancy Client Support
Founder & CEO
Fellow of the ICAEW
- Dental Accountancy and Tax for Dental Groups and DSOs
- Multi-entity Accounting and Group Reporting
- Group Tax Planning and Business Structures
- Finance Functions for Growing Dental Groups
Get in Touch
Other ways to reach us
Prefer not to book a call? You can also get in touch directly or send a message and we’ll get back to you.
- Email: info@samera.co.uk
- Phone: (+44) 20 7100 8788
- WhatsApp: Message us on WhatsApp
Frequently asked questions
Do dentists need a specialist accountant?
No, dentists do not have to use a specialist dental accountant, but working with one can be valuable because dentistry has sector-specific accounting and tax issues.
Dental associates, practice owners and groups can face issues around self-employment, associate pay, NHS income, UDAs, practice structures, pensions and financial reporting. A specialist dental accountant deals with these situations regularly rather than occasionally.
Can you help with both NHS and private income?
Yes. We work with NHS, private and mixed-income dentists and dental practices.
NHS and private income are earned and monitored differently. NHS contract values, UDAs and potential clawback can affect practice income, while private income is generated directly from patient treatment.
We make sure both income streams are recorded correctly so your accounts provide reliable information for tax, management reporting and financial decision-making.
Do you support dentists buying or starting a practice?
Yes. Samera supports dentists with the accounting, tax and financial planning involved in buying or starting a dental practice.
Our accountancy team can help with financial forecasts, business structures and financial due diligence. Samera Finance can separately help arrange commercial finance where required.
If you are buying a practice, involving your accountant early also gives you time to consider the tax and company structure before the transaction is completed.
Are there any one-off or setup fees?
Yes. A transition fee equal to one month’s accountancy fee applies when you join Samera.
Additional setup work may be required in more complex cases, such as historical bookkeeping that needs cleaning up or incomplete records when switching accountants mid-year. We will agree any additional costs with you before starting.
Which dental accountancy package is right for me?
The right package depends on whether you are a sole trader dental associate or have a limited company, a practice owner or a dental group, and how much accounting, tax and reporting support you need.
Dental associates can choose between Self Assessment and limited-company packages. Practice owners can choose based on the level of bookkeeping, reporting and financial support required. Dental groups and DSOs are supported according to the complexity of their structure and reporting.
If you are unsure, book a call and we will recommend the package that properly covers what you need.
How much does a dental accountant cost?
Samera’s dental accountancy fees start from £650 per year plus VAT for associates, £500 per month plus VAT for practice owners and £950 per month plus VAT for dental groups.
The £650 starting price is for our basic Self Assessment package for dental associates. Limited-company packages are priced separately.
Dental group pricing depends on the structure and complexity of the business, with larger or multi-entity groups priced according to scope.
A one-off transition fee equal to one month’s fee applies when you join. Any additional setup or bookkeeping clean-up work is agreed with you in advance.
What is Making Tax Digital and does it affect me?
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax requires qualifying self-employed dentists to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC using compatible software.
Since 6 April 2026, it applies where qualifying income from self-employment and property for 2024/25 was more than £50,000. The threshold falls to more than £30,000 from April 2027 and more than £20,000 from April 2028.
Qualifying income means gross income from self-employment and property before expenses and tax.
We provide a separate Making Tax Digital service for dentists for those who need help with digital records, compatible software and HMRC submissions.
Can I switch dental accountants mid-year?
Yes. You can switch dental accountants at any time during the year.
We can contact your previous accountant, arrange the handover of records, review your existing accounts and get the necessary systems set up.
A straightforward handover can often be completed within two to three weeks, depending on how quickly the required records are provided. If additional clean-up or setup work is needed, we will agree the scope and cost with you before starting.
Further reading
Accounts and tax guides for dentists
Dental Accounting and Tax: A Complete Guide
Bookkeeping, tax, payroll, compliance and business structures explained for dentists at every stage of their career.
Bookkeeping for Dentists: A Complete Guide
Record-keeping, financial reports, bookkeeping systems and the practical processes that keep dental practice accounts accurate and up to date.
The Most Common Accounting and Tax Mistakes Dentists Make
Poor record-keeping, missed deadlines, mixed finances and other common accounting and tax mistakes that can cost dentists money.
Staying Compliant: HMRC Deadlines, Record-Keeping and Digital Accounting
HMRC deadlines, financial record-keeping and Making Tax Digital requirements for UK dentists and dental practices.
Explore more dental accounting guides, articles and webinars in our Dental Accounting Learning Center.