Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Brierley: Specialist Tax and Accounting Support for Dental Professionals
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Which Dentists and Dental Practices We Support
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 Tax Considerations That Dental Practices Often Face
Dental work can look straightforward from the outside, but the finances behind it rarely are. Income sources, employment status, practice structure, and the way equipment and staff are paid for all shape what needs to be recorded, reported and claimed, and the balance of those factors changes from one dentist to the next.
- Keeping NHS contract income and private treatment fees separately identifiable in the records
- Associate dentist arrangements, including the practicalities of self-employment where they apply
- Professional expenses such as indemnity insurance, GDC registration and CPD, where relief rules are met
- Equipment purchases such as chairs, X-ray units and sterilisation kit, and how capital allowances may apply
- Payroll for dental nurses, hygienists and reception staff, including PAYE and reporting duties
- VAT, where turnover and the services provided mean registration becomes relevant
- Choosing between sole trader, partnership and limited company structures, with the filing obligations each brings
- Managing practice cash flow, bookkeeping and the records needed for year-end accounts
Why Dentists Choose CruseBurke for Their Accounting
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 Accounting Support Built Around Dentistry
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 scope depends on how you work, but it usually covers the core compliance and advisory work dental professionals need. That can include preparing and submitting Self Assessment tax returns, drawing up practice or business accounts, keeping bookkeeping and records in order, running payroll where staff are employed, and dealing with VAT where it applies. Many dentists also want support with tax planning around profits, equipment purchases and business structure, so the arrangement is often a mix of routine compliance and advice through the year.
In many cases, yes. Associate dentists are commonly engaged on a self-employed basis, which means their share of practice income is normally reported through Self Assessment rather than taxed under PAYE, and tax is usually paid through payments on account. That said, the correct treatment depends on the terms of the arrangement, including how the contract is worded and how the practice operates, and it can differ where an associate is engaged as an employee or works through their own limited company. It is worth having the paperwork reviewed before assuming which basis applies.
Yes. Dentists who combine NHS contract income with private treatment fees generally need records that keep the two streams identifiable, because they can be invoiced, reported and in some situations treated for VAT differently. Good bookkeeping habits through the year make the annual accounts and tax return far easier to prepare, and they also help when you need to evidence figures or look at how the practice is performing.
Typical claims for self-employed dentists may include professional indemnity insurance, GDC registration and professional body subscriptions, CPD linked to your clinical work, clinical equipment and consumables, and a fair proportion of costs where something is used partly for business purposes. Relief is not automatic: an expense normally has to be incurred wholly and exclusively for the purposes of the business, and the position is different for someone employed rather than self-employed. Keeping receipts and records organised means claims can be supported if they are ever queried.
Where a practice employs dental nurses, hygienists, receptionists or other team members, payroll obligations apply, including PAYE, the correct deductions and real-time reporting to HMRC. Practice owners also often need help distinguishing clearly between employed staff and self-employed associates, since the two are handled very differently. Depending on the structure, payroll may need to be coordinated with the practice accounts and any pension duties that apply.
There is no single answer that suits every practice. Operating through a limited company brings different obligations, including Corporation Tax, statutory company accounts and a different way of drawing income, while remaining a sole trader or partnership keeps things simpler in other respects. The right choice depends on profit levels, how many principals or partners are involved, your plans for the practice and your personal circumstances, so it is usually best considered as part of wider tax planning rather than in isolation.
Yes, accounting support is often valuable at both ends of a transaction. When buying, that can include reviewing the figures, understanding the tax and structure implications, and thinking through how the practice will be run afterwards. When selling, it can involve making sure the accounts and records are in good order and considering how the proceeds may be treated.
Switching is usually more straightforward than people expect. Once you decide to move, your new accountant normally contacts your existing one for professional clearance and the information needed to take over the work, and you may be asked for identification and records. It often helps to plan the change at a sensible point in the year, but there is no need to wait if you would rather get things organised sooner. If you are unsure what information applies to your situation, we can talk it through before anything is transferred.