Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Barton-upon-humber: 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.
Accounting Considerations That Arise in Dental Work
Dental income and dental costs rarely fit a simple template. How you are paid, what you can claim, and how your business is structured all influence the records you need to keep and the tax you may owe, so it is worth reviewing your position rather than assuming last year's approach still fits.
- NHS and private income streams, which may need to be tracked separately and can affect how your figures are reported
- Associate dentist arrangements, including percentage-based pay, lab fees and materials deducted at source, and how these are recorded
- Professional expenses such as indemnity insurance, GDC and professional body subscriptions, continuing professional development and specialist clothing
- Dental equipment, chairs, imaging and other capital items, where the treatment of purchases and disposals can vary
- Practice payroll and employment costs, including reception, nursing and associate staff, plus pension obligations where they apply
- Bookkeeping, VAT and cash flow management, particularly where income fluctuates or a practice carries significant overheads
- Partnership or limited company structures, including profit shares, directors' pay and dividend decisions
- Self Assessment and tax administration, including payments on account and record retention
Why Dentists Work With 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 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
In many cases, yes. If you receive self-employed income as an associate dentist, or you have untaxed income from other sources, you will usually need to report it through Self Assessment, even where tax has already been deducted from your payments. The return needs to reflect your actual income and allowable expenses, and payments on account may also apply. We can prepare the return, check the figures behind it and help you understand what is due and when.
Associate dentists are commonly treated as self-employed, which means reporting income and allowable expenses through Self Assessment and paying tax and National Insurance accordingly. Where a practice deducts lab fees, materials or similar costs before paying you, those deductions can affect how your income and expenses should be recorded. It is worth checking your individual arrangement, because the treatment can differ depending on the contract you work under.
Yes. Many dentists receive a mixture of NHS contract payments, private fees and possibly other income such as teaching or locum work, and these often need to be tracked separately so the figures are accurate. Keeping clean records of each stream makes your accounts and tax returns more reliable and helps you see how each part of your work performs. We can help set up a bookkeeping approach that keeps those sources distinct.
Common claims include indemnity insurance, GDC and professional body subscriptions, continuing professional development, specialist clothing and certain equipment costs, although what is allowable depends on your circumstances and whether an expense is wholly and exclusively for your work. Capital items such as dental chairs or imaging equipment are usually treated differently from everyday running costs. We can review your spending and explain what may be claimed and what may not.
There is no single answer, because the right structure depends on how many principals are involved, how profits are shared, how you wish to take income and your longer-term plans for the practice. Partnerships and limited companies each carry different reporting duties, tax treatment and administrative requirements. We can talk through the practical implications so you can make an informed decision rather than choosing on tax alone.
VAT registration depends on your taxable turnover and the services you provide, and healthcare services can be treated differently from other supplies such as cosmetic treatments. Where registration applies, you will need to charge and account for VAT correctly and keep supporting records. Because the position varies between practices, it is worth reviewing your turnover and activities with an accountant.
It helps to have your previous accounts or tax returns, details of your income sources, records of expenses, and information about any practice you own or share, such as staff, premises and equipment costs. If your records are incomplete or simply kept in a folder or spreadsheet, that is not a problem. We can start by reviewing what you have and identify what is missing.
Yes, switching accountants is usually straightforward. We would ask for your authorisation to contact your existing accountant and request the relevant records, then review the information and confirm what needs to be done next. If there are deadlines approaching, we can discuss the timing so nothing is left until the last moment.