Switching Dental CPAs in January: Is It Too Late to Start 2026 Right?

New year, new CPA? It might sound risky, but January is actually a strategic time for dental professionals to switch accounting partners. If your current CPA hasn’t delivered the tax savings, proactive support, or dental-specific insights your practice needs, now is the perfect time to switch. At Tooth & Coin, we make transitions seamless, allowing dental practices to gain control, clarity, and confidence in their financials from day one.

Why January Is a Prime Time to Switch Dental CPAs

January kicks off the fiscal year. It’s when every ledger flips, new tax planning begins, and fresh financial goals are set. While some dentists worry it’s "too late" to make a change, switching early in the year can actually minimize disruption and maximize results. Here’s why:

• Clean financial slate: January marks a fresh accounting year, which means fewer complications when importing data and reconciling records.
• Get ahead of tax deadlines: A proactive CPA, like Jonathan VanHorn and the team at Tooth & Coin, can still analyze your Q4 data and guide strategic moves that set the tone for 2026, before filing deadlines loom.
• No sunk cost bias: Starting now prevents another full year of missed opportunities and overlooked savings.

For dental professionals wanting fewer surprises and more control in the year ahead, switching in January positions your practice for smarter decisions from the start.

How Tooth & Coin Makes Transitions Seamless

We get it, switching your CPA can feel intimidating. But here's the good news: We’ve done this hundreds of times, and our process is designed with busy dental professionals in mind. From onboarding paperwork to software migration, we handle the heavy lifting so you can stay focused on patient care. Our step-by-step process includes:

• Data transfer and audit: We securely gather historical financial data and review it for inconsistencies or missed savings.
• Technology integration: We set up your accounting systems to ensure real-time visibility and efficiency.
• Customized strategy call: Together, we map out a tax plan, profit strategy, and timeline tailored to your specific goals.

Jonathan VanHorn and the team at Tooth & Coin specialize exclusively in working with dental practices, which means we speak your language, understand your overhead challenges, and know exactly where to look for profit leaks.

Don’t Let Another Year Slip Without Strategic Support

Many dental professionals stick with a generalist CPA simply because it feels easier than making a change. But that “easy path” often comes at a cost, missed tax planning windows, financial confusion, and reactive communication. 

With Tooth & Coin, our proactive model means we help clients recover valuable time and capitalize on overlooked opportunities. Our clients commonly save:

• Over $50,000 in taxes annually through optimized dental-specific strategies
• 15-20 hours per month by outsourcing bookkeeping and reconciliations

January is your opportunity to take the driver’s seat for 2026, don’t let another year roll in with more stress and uncertainty.

Get More Than a CPA: Get a Dental Profit Partner

What sets Tooth & Coin apart isn’t just our accounting knowledge, it’s our deep, hands-on involvement in our clients’ financial growth. From payroll setup to ongoing education through the Tooth & Coin Academy, we’re here to equip you with the tools and confidence to succeed as a business owner, not just a clinician. By switching to a dedicated dental CPA now, you gain access to:

• Profit advisory services driven by real-time practice performance
• Tailored tax planning that aligns with dental cash flow and overhead patterns
• On-demand education and tools to help you make smarter financial decisions

Trusting your finances to a partner who knows dentistry inside and out isn't just smart, it’s essential for growth. We run the numbers. You run your practice.

Ready for a Fresh Start in 2026 and Beyond?

If you’re looking to start 2026 strong and stress-free, now is the time to act. Switching dental CPAs in January gives your practice the clarity and strategic support it needs to thrive, not just get by. Reach out to Tooth & Coin today. Whether you’re local to Little Rock or located anywhere in the nation, we’re ready to assist you. Schedule your free consultation and make this year your most profitable yet.