Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Aldermaston: Tax, Accounts and Practice Support
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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.
Our Accounting 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 involves a few features that are less common in other trades, and how much they matter depends on whether you are self-employed, employed, in a partnership or running a limited company. The points below are common considerations rather than issues every dentist will face.
- Recording NHS contract income, private fees and dental plan payments separately so each stream is accounted for correctly
- Accounting for associate dentist arrangements, including self-employed status, UDA or fee-based pay and any deductions made by the practice
- Tracking professional costs such as indemnity cover, GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, CPD and specialist equipment
- Payroll for practice teams, including hygienists, nurses, reception staff and associates where they are paid through the practice
- Keeping bookkeeping records organised so that year-end accounts, tax returns and any VAT returns are easier to prepare
- Choosing and maintaining an appropriate structure, whether sole trader, partnership or limited company, and planning around practice purchase or sale
Why Dentists 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 Support Built Around Dental Practice Needs
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
The work varies with your circumstances, but typically it covers the day-to-day and annual financial tasks that sit around clinical work. That might include maintaining bookkeeping records, preparing Self Assessment tax returns, producing annual accounts, calculating tax liabilities, running payroll for practice staff, dealing with VAT where it applies, and advising on tax planning matters such as equipment purchases or changes to how you are paid. For practice owners it may also include partnership or company accounts, Corporation Tax computations and management information to help with decisions about staffing, surgery capacity or investment.
Many associates are treated as self-employed for tax purposes, which usually means they need to report their income and expenses through Self Assessment and keep records supporting those figures. An accountant can help separate practice-paid items from your own costs, record UDA-based or fee-based income correctly, and identify allowable expenses such as indemnity cover, GDC registration and professional subscriptions. Not every associate works this way, though — some are employed and taxed through PAYE — so it is worth confirming your own position before assuming what applies to you.
For a self-employed dentist, NHS contract income and private treatment fees both generally form part of your taxable trading income, even though they reach you in different ways and from different sources. Private plan subscriptions work in a similar way. The practical difference is usually in how carefully each stream needs to be tracked, since practice owners often need to separate NHS, private and plan income in their records. For a limited company or partnership, the income belongs to the business, and the way it is then drawn or distributed to individuals has its own tax consequences.
Yes. It is common for dentists to combine an associate role with locum shifts, private sessions, dental plan work, teaching or a separate practice interest, and each source may need to be recorded and reported correctly. Bringing all of this together in one place reduces the risk of something being overlooked and makes it easier to see your overall position. We can review the different streams, confirm which need to be included on your tax return, and set up a record-keeping routine that keeps them distinguishable.
Practice owners often need a broader package: annual accounts, tax computations, payroll for nurses, hygienists and reception staff, bookkeeping for the surgery's day-to-day transactions, and VAT returns where the practice is registered. Management information can also help when you are weighing up extra surgery hours, additional staff or equipment investment. Pension auto-enrolment duties may apply where the practice employs staff, and there is often planning to do around buying into or selling a practice. The exact mix depends on how the practice is structured and run.
There is no single answer that suits every dentist, because the right structure depends on your income level, how many people are involved, how profits are shared and your longer-term plans for the practice. Sole trader and partnership arrangements are simpler to run, while a limited company can offer different tax and profit-extraction options along with additional reporting and filing responsibilities. We can talk through the practical implications of each and review whether your current structure still fits as your circumstances change.
VAT treatment depends on the nature of the treatment provided, so some dental services may be exempt while others, such as certain cosmetic or purely elective treatments, may fall within the scope of VAT. Whether a practice needs to register depends on its taxable turnover and the services it provides. Because this area can be nuanced, it is worth reviewing your specific service mix rather than assuming a general rule applies. We can look at what you provide and explain the implications for your record-keeping and pricing.
Switching is usually more straightforward than dentists expect. We would ask for details of your income sources, business structure, recent accounts and tax returns, current bookkeeping records and any HMRC correspondence, then take over the outstanding work and liaise with your existing accountant where needed. If records are behind, we can help bring them up to date before the next return or filing obligation falls due. The aim is to establish a clear starting point so you know what is being handled and when.