Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Cobham: Specialist Tax and Accounting Support for Dental Professionals
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Accounting Support for Dentists and Dental Practices
Associate & Private Dentists
Self-assessment, allowable expense claims, lab fees and superannuation reconciliation for self-employed associates and private dentists.
Dental Practice Owners & Principals
Practice accounts, payroll for nurses and receptionists, UDA income monitoring, cash flow and profit extraction planning.
Orthodontists & Specialists
Accounting for referral-based and specialist practices, including capital allowances on equipment and VAT on cosmetic treatment.
Squat Practices & Dental Start-Ups
Cash flow forecasts for lenders, company formation, cloud software set-up and registration for new and squat dental practices.
Specialist Accounting and Tax Services for Dentists
Bookkeeping for 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.
VAT for Dental Practices
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.
Self-Assessment for Associate Dentists
We prepare associate tax returns, claim every allowable expense from GDC fees and indemnity to CPD and lab costs, and reconcile superannuation deductions.
Dental Payroll, Auto-Enrolment & NHS Pension
Payroll for nurses, hygienists and reception staff, plus auto-enrolment, statutory pay and NHS Pension submissions handled on time every month.
Practice Accounts & Profitability Reporting
Management accounts that show profit per surgery, per associate and per income stream, so you can see exactly where the practice makes money.
Accounting Challenges for Dentists and Dental Practices
Dental accounting can involve a range of moving parts, and the right approach often depends on how a dentist works, how the practice is structured and where the income comes from. Some of the most common considerations include:
- Managing NHS and private dental income, including keeping clear records where treatment is funded from different sources.
- Associate dentist arrangements, including understanding how self-employed status, expense claims and payments from a practice are treated for tax.
- Professional expenses such as indemnity cover, professional subscriptions, continuing professional development and other costs that may be allowable depending on the circumstances.
- Dental equipment and capital expenditure, including how purchases, replacements and practice improvements may be treated in the accounts.
- Staff payroll and employment costs, including pension administration, benefits and the records needed for practice employees.
- Bookkeeping, VAT considerations, practice cash flow and the choice between partnership or limited company structures, each of which can affect reporting and tax admin.
Why Dentists in Cobham Choose CruseBurke
Genuine Dental Expertise
We know UDAs, superannuation, associate agreements and GDC costs without being told.
Built Around Your Practice
Associates, principals and multi-site groups each get a different service, not a template.
Fixed, Transparent Fees
One agreed monthly fee with no hourly billing and no surprises at year end.
Proactive Dental Tax Planning
Incorporation reviews, capital allowances on equipment and profit extraction planned in advance.
Named Accountant, Real Answers
You deal with the same qualified person every time, by phone or email, not a call centre.
A Track Record Since Before WWII
Our roots go back further than the Second World War and we act for dental clients across London.
Our Simple Three-Step Process
1. Initial Consultation (It’s Free):
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.
2. Customised Plan:
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.
3. Ongoing Support & Updates:
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.
Professional Accounting Support Built Around Dental Practices
Technology Driven
Cloud accounting linked to your practice software so your figures are current, not six months old.
Named Dental Accountant
A dedicated accountant for dentists who knows your practice, your contract and your plans.
Ongoing Support
Unlimited support by phone and email, including quick answers on UDA and superannuation queries.
Experienced Team
Our team has over 100 years of combined accountancy experience.
Free - Email Reminders
Never Miss any deadline with our automated email reminders.
Yes, We Are Chartered!
We’re an ICAEW, ACCA & AAT accredited Firm.
How to Switch to Our Dental Accountants
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:
Get in touch
Reach out to us and we will discuss your practice, your contract and how we can help.
Letter of Engagement
We’ll send over a simple letter to formalise our partnership and get everything in motion.
Previous Accountants
If you're switching, we’ll take care of contacting your previous accountants to make the transition smooth.
We Do the Rest
From there, sit back and relax. We’ll manage your accounts, taxes, and everything in between, keeping your practice running smoothly.
FAQs
Accountants for dentists in Cobham can assist with the accounting and tax work that dental professionals commonly need. This can include Self Assessment tax returns, bookkeeping, annual accounts, payroll, VAT support, Corporation Tax for limited companies and tax planning. For practice owners, support may also cover practice accounting, staff costs, equipment purchases and the financial information needed to understand how the practice is performing. The exact scope depends on whether you are an associate, principal, sole trader, partner or limited company.
Yes. Associate dentists often need support with Self Assessment, expense records and understanding how their income and practice-related costs are treated for tax. Principal dentists and practice owners may need a wider range of services, including annual accounts, payroll, VAT, Corporation Tax and help with business structure. We can tailor the support to your working arrangement rather than assuming every dentist has the same needs.
NHS and private income can need to be tracked carefully, especially where a dentist or practice receives income from more than one source. Good bookkeeping helps separate different streams, match income to the correct period and keep records clear for tax and VAT purposes where applicable. The treatment can depend on whether you are an associate, practice owner or limited company, and on how the income is paid and recorded.
Yes. Dental practices often have employees, associates, hygienists, therapists, reception teams and other staff, and payroll can involve tax, National Insurance, pension administration and accurate record keeping. We can help with routine payroll processing and the reporting that sits alongside it, so practice owners have reliable information for accounts and management purposes. The level of support can be adjusted to the size and structure of the practice.
The right structure depends on factors such as how many dentists are involved, how profits are shared, the level of risk, how you want to take income and your plans for the practice. A partnership and a limited company can have different tax, reporting and administrative implications, and those can change as the practice develops. We can talk through the options and help you understand the accounting and tax consequences without presenting one structure as universally better.
VAT can be complex in dentistry because some services may be exempt while others may be standard-rated, and the position can depend on the exact nature of the treatment or service provided. Registration and reporting obligations can also depend on turnover and the structure of the business. We can help review your income streams, records and VAT treatment so you understand what may apply to your circumstances.
Switching accountants usually starts with a conversation about your current arrangements, the services you need and any deadlines or compliance work already in progress. We can then help coordinate the handover of information from your existing accountant, subject to your authorisation, and review what needs to be done next. The aim is to make the transition as organised as possible, whether you are an individual dentist or a dental practice.
To get started, we may ask for details of your income sources, business structure, recent accounts or tax returns, bookkeeping records, payroll information and any relevant correspondence from HMRC. For practice owners, it can also help to provide information about staff, equipment, premises costs and VAT records where applicable. The exact information needed depends on the services you require and your current accounting position.