What Is Denplan in UK Dental Practices?
Denplan is the UK’s leading dental payment plan provider, offering monthly subscription-based care packages that give patients predictable access to private dental services — and practices a steady, recurring income stream.
Founded in 1986 and now part of Simplyhealth, Denplan enables practices to offer preventive and restorative care through tiered plans like Denplan Essentials and Denplan Care.
Why Denplan Matters for Dental Practice Owners
Denplan doesn’t just provide patient loyalty — it provides cash flow predictability.
In a landscape of fluctuating chair bookings, late payers, and seasonal no-shows, Denplan delivers:
- Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) — income lands on day 1
- Reduced risk of bad debts
- Stronger retention and recall rates
- A clearer forecast for hiring, reinvestment, or tax saving
Example:
A £950K private practice with 700 Denplan patients at £22/month generates £15,400 in guaranteed monthly inflow — enough to cover fixed costs like rent, nurse wages, or tax reserves.
That’s your cash flow base layer.
What Types of Denplan Products Are Offered?
| Plan Type | Description |
| Denplan Essentials | Covers check-ups, hygiene, x-rays — preventive only |
| Denplan Care | Comprehensive — includes most treatments (excl. lab-based or cosmetic) |
| Denplan for Children | Age-specific, focused on prevention and education |
| Denplan Hygiene | Standalone hygiene-only plans |
| Corporate Denplan | Offered via employers as part of staff benefit packages |
Each plan can be customised by fee category, dentist, and scope of cover.
How DentPulse Tracks Denplan Income Automatically
| Feature | Function |
| MRR Tracker | Separates plan income from private or ad hoc treatments |
| CFFP™ Integration | Pairs Denplan inflows with future fixed outflows for stability forecasting |
| Buffer Overlay | Uses Denplan as a base to calculate 12-week survival capacity |
| Forecast Calibration | Anchors tax, drawing, and reinvestment planning to predictable income |
| Growth Opportunities | Identifies impact of adding 100 more plan patients on buffer, margin, and profit |
DentPulse treats Denplan not as admin — but as your cash flow engine.
DentPulse Tip™
Denplan isn’t just a payment plan — it’s a financial foundation.
When used strategically, Denplan income protects your cash flow, builds buffers, and funds owner drawings without stress. DentPulse shows you exactly how and when.
Related Glossary Terms
- Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) – Predictable monthly income
- CFFP™ – Cash Flow Future Pairing – Matches recurring inflows to upcoming outflows
- Deferred Income – Revenue received but not yet earned
- 12-Week Cash Buffer – The survival window Denplan helps anchor
- Buffer-Backed Hiring – Hiring based on recurring income, not gut feel
Glossary Summary Table
| Term | Meaning |
| Denplan | A subscription-based dental payment plan provider offering monthly private patient income |
| Business Benefit | Predictable inflows, improved retention, stronger cash flow base |
| Financial Role | Key MRR stream used to protect buffers and plan investment |
| DentPulse Advantage | Tracks Denplan income in real time, integrates with forecasting, and models its financial impact |
