What Is a Monthly P&L in a Dental Practice?
The Monthly P&L (Profit & Loss) is a report that shows your dental practice’s revenue, costs, and net profit for a given month — giving you a clear view of how profitable you were in real time.
It’s a core part of your management accounts — and the starting point for all profit decisions in DentPulse.
Why Monthly P&L Reports Matter for Dental Practice Owners
Annual profit reports are too late to fix anything.
Monthly P&L lets you:
- Spot trends before they become threats
- See if price increases actually improved margins
- Track associate and chair performance impact
- Measure return on marketing spend
- Prepare for tax and dividend planning
- Protect drawings with up-to-date net profit visibility
Example:
Your annual P&L says £100K profit.
But your monthly P&L shows profit was £18K in Jan–Mar, and only £2K total across the next 9 months.
→ That changes how you draw income, reinvest, or reduce costs.
What’s Inside a Monthly P&L Report?
| Section | What It Includes |
| Revenue | All income earned — NHS, private, plans |
| Direct Costs | Associate pay, labs, materials |
| Gross Profit | Revenue minus direct costs |
| Overheads | Staff salaries, rent, marketing, software, etc. |
| Net Profit | What’s left after all expenses |
| Benchmarks | How your costs compare to top-performing practices |
DentPulse automates this and benchmarks every line item — in real time.
How DentPulse Enhances Monthly P&L Reporting
| Feature | Function |
| EEE™ – EBIT Efficiency Engine | Breaks down P&L per associate, chair, and treatment |
| PPP™ – Profit-to-Pocket™ | Converts P&L into safe drawing guidance |
| PulseBenchmark™ | Classifies you as Recover, Protect, or Maximise zone |
| Tax Module | Forecasts Corporation Tax based on monthly net profit |
| Visual Trends | Tracks P&L movement over time — not just static numbers |
DentPulse makes monthly P&L decision-ready — not just accountant-friendly.
DentPulse Tip™
It’s not how much you made last year.
It’s what’s happening this month that keeps you safe, smart, and profitable.Your P&L should be as regular as your diary check.
Related Glossary Terms
- Management Accounts – Includes the monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
- PTP™ – Profit-to-Pocket™ – Ensures safe personal income based on real profit
- EEE™ – Breaks profit down by associate, chair, and treatment
- Fixed Costs – Must be covered monthly to stay cash positive
- PulseBenchmark™ – Categorises practices based on monthly profit performance
Glossary Summary Table
| Term | Meaning |
| Monthly P&L | A report showing income, costs, and profit for a single month |
| Purpose | Profit tracking, tax planning, drawing safety |
| Frequency | Monthly — not annually |
| DentPulse Advantage | Automated, real-time, benchmarked reporting that drives strategic action |
