Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Bexhill
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Accounting Support Shaped Around 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 Dental Professionals
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.
Common Financial and Accounting Considerations for Dental Practices
Dental accounting involves a few considerations that do not always arise in other professions, and the impact of each one depends on your working arrangement, income sources and business structure. The points below are common areas where dentists and practice owners tend to need clarity.
- Separating NHS and private dental income so that reporting, record keeping and any VAT treatment are dealt with correctly
- Associate dentist arrangements, including how fees, lab costs, materials and any practice deductions are reflected in your figures
- Professional expenses such as indemnity cover, GDC and professional body subscriptions, and Continuing Professional Development costs
- Dental equipment, capital items and the treatment of expenditure on chairs, imaging equipment, surgeries and practice premises
- Staff payroll and employment costs, including associates, hygienists, receptionists, nurses and practice managers
- Partnership or limited company structures, and how profits, drawings, salaries and dividends are reported and taxed
- Bookkeeping and financial records that keep track of multiple income streams throughout the year rather than only at the deadline
- VAT considerations where applicable, particularly where private work or mixed NHS and private income is involved
- Practice cash flow, budgeting and planning for equipment replacement, refurbishment or practice purchase and sale
- Self Assessment and tax administration, including payment on account and keeping HMRC filings up to date
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.
Built Around the Needs of Dental Professionals
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 self-employed dentist, including many associate dentists, typically reports income and allowable expenses through Self Assessment, and the records needed tend to focus on fees received, lab and materials costs, indemnity cover and other professional expenses. A practice owner usually has a wider set of responsibilities, such as practice accounts, staff payroll, VAT where applicable, and possibly Corporation Tax if the practice trades through a limited company. The right approach depends on your contract, your income sources and how the business is structured.
Yes. Many dentists receive income from more than one source, and it helps to keep NHS and private income tracked separately in your records from the outset. That makes it easier to prepare accurate accounts and tax returns, and it can be important where VAT treatment may differ between types of work. We can help you set up bookkeeping that reflects the way your income actually arrives rather than forcing everything into a single figure.
In most cases, an associate dentist who is treated as self-employed for tax purposes will need to register for Self Assessment and file a return each year, even where tax is deducted at source on some payments. The position can differ where you are engaged under an employment contract or where your circumstances are more complex. It is worth checking your individual position, as the correct treatment affects both your reporting obligations and the tax you pay.
Expenses that are wholly and exclusively incurred for the purposes of your dental work may be allowable, which can include professional indemnity cover, GDC and professional body subscriptions, relevant CPD, specialist clothing and certain equipment or materials. Some costs, particularly larger capital items and anything with a personal element, are treated differently. Because the rules vary by circumstance, it is best to review your specific costs rather than assuming a particular expense is claimable.
Yes. Dental practices often have a mix of employees, including nurses, receptionists, hygienists and practice managers, and payroll obligations such as PAYE, National Insurance and pension duties need to be handled accurately and on time. We can take on the payroll function so that payslips, RTI submissions and related records are dealt with as part of your practice accounting, leaving you to focus on clinical work.
Both structures are used in dentistry and each has different tax, administrative and liability implications. A partnership may suit some practice owners, while a limited company can offer a different approach to profit extraction and ownership. The right choice depends on your profits, how many principals are involved, your plans for the practice and your personal circumstances, so it is worth reviewing the options properly before making a change.
Yes, switching accountants does not need to wait for the end of a tax year or accounting period. We can liaise with your existing accountant to obtain the records and information needed, and we will confirm what you need to provide so the handover is as smooth as possible. It also helps to have your bookkeeping reasonably up to date, though we can assist with tidying records where required.
As a starting point, we would usually ask for details of your role in dentistry, your business structure, your income sources, and any existing accounts, tax returns or bookkeeping records. Information on practice expenses, payroll and VAT registration where relevant is also helpful. Once we understand your circumstances, we can confirm the specific records needed and how regularly they should be provided.