Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Bedlington
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Accounting for Dentists and Dental Practices in Bedlington
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 Financial Considerations for Dentists and Dental Practices
Dental accounting often involves several income streams, clinical costs and business structures interacting at once, and the way these fit together can affect your bookkeeping, your tax returns and your overall financial picture. A few of the areas that commonly need attention include:
- Keeping NHS and private income properly separated, so that UDA-based payments, private treatment fees and laboratory charges are all recorded in the right place
- Associate dentist arrangements, where percentage splits, associate agreements and allowable expenses can affect how self-employed income is reported and taxed
- Professional expenses such as GDC registration, indemnity cover, CPD and professional subscriptions, which need to be claimed correctly and supported by clear records
- Dental equipment, surgery fit-outs and other capital expenditure, where the accounting treatment and any available relief can depend on the asset and how it is used in the practice
- Practice payroll for receptionists, dental nurses, hygienists and directly employed associates, including PAYE, pension duties and wider employment costs
- VAT considerations for practices providing a mix of NHS, private and cosmetic services, since the VAT treatment of different supplies can vary
Why Dentists and Dental Practices 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 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
The work varies depending on how you practise. For a self-employed associate dentist, it often centres on bookkeeping, allowable expenses and the Self Assessment tax return, including payments on account. For a principal or practice owner, it can extend to annual accounts, Corporation Tax or partnership returns, practice payroll, VAT and wider tax planning. In most cases the aim is the same: accurate records, correctly prepared filings and a clear picture of what you owe and when it is due.
In many cases, yes. If you receive self-employed income from a practice and tax has not already been deducted at source, you will usually need to report that income through Self Assessment. The exact position depends on your total income, your employment status and whether you have other untaxed income, so it is worth checking your own circumstances rather than assuming one rule applies to everyone. We can review your situation and explain what needs to be reported.
Yes. Practices frequently receive a mixture of NHS contract payments, private treatment fees and income from cosmetic or additional services, and each stream may need to be recorded and reported separately. Keeping these distinct helps you see which parts of the practice are performing well and reduces the risk of errors in your accounts and tax returns. We can help set up a bookkeeping routine that captures each income type clearly.
VAT registration depends on your taxable turnover and the nature of the services you provide, so it is not the same answer for every practice. Some dental treatments may be exempt while others, such as certain cosmetic procedures or the sale of goods, may be standard-rated, and this can affect both whether you need to register and how you account for VAT afterwards. Where registration applies, we can help you understand your obligations and keep your VAT records in order.
Common claims include professional registration fees, indemnity cover, CPD, professional subscriptions, clinical clothing, equipment and a proportion of costs relating to premises and administration, but what is allowable depends on your structure and how an expense is used. A cost that is deductible for a self-employed associate may be treated differently if you operate through a limited company. We can review your spending and identify what can properly be claimed, with the records to support it.
We can support you through the financial side of a practice purchase or sale, including reviewing the figures involved, considering how the transaction may affect your tax position, and planning ahead for the structure you will trade under afterwards. The right approach often depends on whether you are buying as an individual, through a partnership or via a limited company, so it helps to involve an accountant early in the process rather than after completion.
It helps to have details of your working arrangement, your income sources, any existing business structure, and access to previous accounts and tax returns if available. Bank statements, bookkeeping records, payroll information and details of significant purchases such as equipment are also useful. If your records are incomplete or disorganised, that is not a barrier, as part of the initial work can involve getting everything into a workable order.
Fees usually reflect the scope of work involved, which can vary considerably between an associate dentist with a straightforward tax return and a practice owner with payroll, VAT and a limited company to administer. Rather than quoting a single figure for everyone, we would discuss your circumstances, agree what needs to be done and then confirm the basis on which we will work. That way you know what is included before any work begins.