Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Alloa: Specialist Tax and Accounting 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 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.
Financial and Accounting Considerations for Dental Practices
Dental accounting often involves more moving parts than a standard sole trader business, because income, expenses and reporting duties depend on how a dentist works and how a practice is set up. The considerations below are common ones, although not every dentist or dental practice will face all of them.
- Keeping NHS and private dental income recorded separately and accurately, so returns and accounts reflect each income stream correctly
- Associate dentist arrangements, including how self-employed income, practice payments and any deductions are recorded
- Professional costs such as indemnity cover, GDC registration and professional subscriptions, and how these may be treated
- Dental equipment, surgery fit-outs and other capital expenditure, along with the records needed to support them
- Payroll and employment costs for practice staff such as nurses, receptionists and hygienists
- VAT considerations where the nature of the work or the level of turnover brings a practice into scope
- Choosing between sole trader, partnership and limited company structures as a practice grows or changes hands
Why Dentists in Alloa 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.
A Simple Three-Step Process to Get Your Dental Accounts in Order
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
An accountant for dentists looks after the accounting and tax side of your dental work, whether you are self-employed, an associate, a principal or a practice owner. In practice, that can include preparing annual accounts, completing Self Assessment or Corporation Tax returns, keeping bookkeeping up to date, running payroll for practice staff and advising on VAT where it applies. What you need depends on your working arrangement, your income sources and how your business is structured, so the scope of work should be agreed with your circumstances in mind.
Yes. Associate dentists are usually treated as self-employed for tax purposes, which means you are generally responsible for recording your income, claiming allowable expenses and completing a Self Assessment tax return. If you work across more than one practice, or combine NHS sessions with private work, keeping those income streams clear is important. We can help you organise your records and make sure the figures reported reflect how you actually work.
NHS and private income are typically recorded as separate income streams, because they can be paid differently and may have different implications for reporting and, in some cases, VAT. Keeping clear records of both makes your accounts easier to prepare and reduces the risk of queries later. Where a practice combines NHS and private work, we look at how the income is received and how it should be reflected in your accounts and returns.
If you are self-employed, work as an associate dentist or are a partner in a dental practice, you are generally expected to complete a Self Assessment tax return. Dentists employed under PAYE may also need to file one if they have additional income, such as private fees, dividends, rental income or untaxed savings interest. We can review your circumstances and confirm whether a return is required in your case.
Self-employed dentists can often claim costs that are wholly and exclusively for the purposes of their work. Typical examples may include indemnity cover, GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, continuing professional development, clinical consumables and, where relevant, a proportion of equipment or premises costs. However, what can be claimed depends on your employment status and the nature of the expense, and employed dentists generally face tighter rules than the self-employed.
Yes. Practice payroll can cover dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists and associates paid through the practice, and we can handle the payslips, PAYE and related reporting that go with it. VAT support is also available where a practice needs it, since the VAT treatment of dental services can vary depending on the type of treatment and who it is provided to. We will look at your turnover and activities to establish what is required.
There is no single answer, because the right structure depends on your income, how many dentists are involved and your plans for the practice. A sole trader arrangement is straightforward, a partnership can suit dentists working together, and a limited company may be worth considering in certain situations for tax and profit-extraction reasons. The structure you choose also affects how income is reported and what records you need to keep, so it is worth reviewing before making changes.
Switching usually begins with a conversation about your circumstances and a review of the records you already hold. We would normally ask for details of your income sources, recent tax returns and accounts, bookkeeping records, payroll information and any VAT or HMRC correspondence. Once we understand what is in place, the relevant work can be taken over and we can set out clearly what is needed from you going forward.