Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Albans: Tax and Accounting Support for Dental Professionals
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Accounting Support for Dentists and Dental Practices in Albans
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.
Our 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 and Tax Considerations for Dental Practices
Dental accounting often involves a mix of income streams, professional costs and structural choices that can affect both your tax position and the amount of admin you face. The points below are common considerations, although how relevant each one is depends on whether you are employed, self-employed, a partner or a company director, and on the type of work you carry out.
- Managing NHS and private dental income so that each stream is recorded accurately and reflected correctly in your accounts and returns
- Associate dentist arrangements, including practice deductions, UDA-related income and how self-employment is reported
- Professional expenses such as indemnity cover, professional body subscriptions, registration fees and continuing professional development costs
- Dental equipment and surgery investment, including capital allowances where purchases may qualify for tax relief
- Practice payroll for nurses, receptionists and hygienists, along with pension duties and other employment costs
- Business structure, bookkeeping routines and VAT considerations, which can vary depending on the services provided and how the practice is run
Why Dentists in Albans 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.
Built Around the Needs of Dental Professionals in Albans
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
A general accountant can prepare accounts and returns for most businesses, but dental work brings its own detail: NHS and private fee income, associate contracts and practice deductions, indemnity cover, registration and professional subscriptions, equipment purchases, and the way different income types are recorded. An accountant familiar with these areas can ask the right questions early in the year, which often makes record-keeping and reporting smoother. It also helps to work with someone who understands how your role, whether associate, principal or practice owner, affects your tax position.
Not always, and it depends on your circumstances. If you are self-employed as an associate, receive untaxed income from one or more practices, or have other income that is not taxed at source, a Self Assessment tax return is usually required. If you are employed under PAYE and your tax affairs are straightforward, that may not be the case. It is worth reviewing your position, because associate arrangements vary and some contracts sit closer to employment than self-employment in practice.
For a self-employed dentist or practice, both NHS and private fee income are generally taxable as trading or professional income, but they can behave differently in practice. Payment timetables, clawbacks and contractual deductions vary, and the records needed to support each stream can differ. The important point is that each income type is recorded clearly so your accounts and tax return reflect what you actually earned. Where a practice mixes NHS and private work, we keep the income types distinguishable through the year rather than trying to reconstruct them at the end.
It depends. Many dentists trade as sole traders or through partnerships, while others incorporate a limited company for the practice, and some associates work through their own personal service company. Each structure carries different reporting duties, tax treatment of profits and administrative requirements, and what suits one dentist may not suit another. It is worth reviewing the options against your income level, your plans for the practice and how you want to take money out.
Yes. Payroll support is available for practice staff such as nurses, receptionists and hygienists, as well as for paying yourself and any other directors if you operate through a company. That can include payslips, real time information submissions, pension duties where they apply, and dealing with starters and leavers. Many practice owners find it simpler to keep payroll in the same place as their accounts so the records stay consistent.
Usually we ask for your previous accounts or tax returns, details of your income sources, whether NHS, private or both, and records of costs such as indemnity cover, subscriptions, equipment and practice overheads. Bank and credit card statements, payroll information and any VAT records are helpful too. If your bookkeeping is behind, we can work with what you have and help you establish a routine that is easier to keep up with.
VAT treatment depends on the services provided. Many dental treatments are exempt, but cosmetic procedures, certain products and other non-clinical services can be treated differently, and the position can change as a practice grows or diversifies. Registration is only necessary once taxable turnover passes the relevant threshold, although some practices register voluntarily. It is worth reviewing your mix of income rather than assuming a single answer applies to every practice.
Switching accountants is usually straightforward. With your authorisation, we can contact your existing accountant for the relevant records, request professional clearance where needed, and take over the filing responsibilities from an agreed date. It often helps to plan the change around your year end so the accounts and returns are prepared from one continuous set of records. If a deadline is approaching, tell us early so the transition does not create unnecessary pressure.