Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Bromyard: Specialist Tax, Accounts and Practice 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 Challenges Commonly Faced by Dental Practices
Dental accounting involves a few areas that do not always appear in other professions, and the emphasis shifts depending on whether you are an associate, a principal, a partner or a practice owner. The points below set out the considerations that most often need attention.
- Managing mixed income streams, where NHS contract payments, private fees and plan scheme income may be received on different cycles and need to be tracked separately
- Associate dentist arrangements, including the way payments are structured and how the tax treatment can differ from employment
- Professional expenses such as indemnity cover, professional body subscriptions and registration costs, which may be allowable depending on the circumstances and require proper record keeping
- Dental equipment and capital expenditure, where the timing and treatment of purchases can affect the accounts and any available reliefs
- Practice payroll and employment costs, including PAYE, pension obligations where they apply, and the correct treatment of associates compared with employed staff
- VAT considerations, which can be complex where dental services, cosmetic treatment and associated supplies fall into different categories
- Practice finances and cash flow, particularly where lab fees, materials and staff costs are paid before contract income arrives
- Choosing between sole trader, partnership and limited company structures as a practice grows or as the number of principals changes
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 on Professional Standards and Practical Dental Sector Knowledge
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 income that is not taxed through PAYE, such as self-employed associate earnings, locum fees or private practice income, you are likely to need to report it through Self Assessment. The position can be different if you are employed and taxed under PAYE, or if you work through a limited company, so the starting point is understanding exactly how your income is structured. We can review your arrangement and confirm what needs to be reported and by when.
NHS contract payments, private treatment fees and plan scheme income often arrive on different schedules and may need to be tracked separately in your records. Keeping those streams distinct makes it easier to reconcile payments, monitor profitability and prepare accurate accounts and tax returns. Depending on the nature of the services provided, the VAT treatment of different income sources can also vary, which is one reason careful bookkeeping matters.
Yes. Practice payroll typically covers receptionists, dental nurses, hygienists, therapists, practice managers and any other employed team members. We can handle payroll processing, payslips, PAYE reporting and the associated employment costs, and consider pension obligations where they apply. Where associates are engaged on a self-employed basis, their treatment is usually different from that of employees, and we can help you keep the two clearly separated.
Common items include professional body subscriptions, registration fees, indemnity or professional insurance, continuing professional development, clinical equipment, materials and business travel. Whether a particular cost is allowable depends on the circumstances, including whether it was incurred wholly and exclusively for your work or practice. Good record keeping throughout the year makes it far easier to support any claim, so we usually recommend separating business and personal spending from the start.
There is no single answer that suits every dentist. Sole trader status is straightforward but leaves profits taxed on you personally, partnerships suit practices run by two or more principals with an agreed profit-sharing arrangement, and a limited company can offer different tax and profit extraction options along with additional reporting and compliance responsibilities. The right structure depends on your income levels, how many principals are involved, your plans for the practice and your personal circumstances.
It depends on your taxable turnover and the nature of the services you provide. Many dental services fall outside the scope of VAT, but cosmetic treatments, certain products and associated supplies may be treated differently, so a mixed NHS and private practice can raise genuine questions about what should be included. We can review your income streams and advise on registration, record keeping and returns where VAT applies to your practice.
It helps to have your most recent tax return, a summary of your income sources, details of any practice you own or work within, and records of business expenses and equipment purchases. If you already have bookkeeping or accounting software, we can work with it, and if your records are incomplete or held in a mix of formats, we can help bring them into order. If you are unsure what is relevant, a short conversation is usually the quickest way to establish what is needed.
Yes, switching accountants is generally straightforward and you do not need to wait for a particular point in the year. We can contact your existing accountant for the information we need, with your authorisation, and take over the preparation of accounts, tax returns and payroll from an agreed date. It also gives you a natural opportunity to review whether your current structure and record keeping are working as well as they could.