Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Bude
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Accounting Support Built Around Dentistry, Not Generic Business Templates
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.
What Our Accounting Services for Dentists Cover
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.
Where Dental Accounting Can Get Complicated
Dental income and dental costs rarely follow a simple pattern, and the accounting treatment can vary depending on whether you are employed, self-employed, in partnership, or trading through a limited company. Some of the areas that most often need careful handling include:
- Keeping NHS contract income and private treatment fees separately recorded, since they can be reported differently and may affect how practice performance is understood
- Associate dentist arrangements, where the split between practice fees, lab costs, materials and your own drawings needs to be tracked accurately
- Professional expenses such as indemnity insurance, GDC registration and professional subscriptions, which may be allowable depending on how you are engaged
- Equipment purchases, including clinical instruments, chairs, scanners and practice fit-out costs, where capital allowances or other treatment may apply
- Practice payroll for receptionists, nurses, hygienists and associates, including auto-enrolment pension duties where applicable
- Bookkeeping and financial records, particularly where income arrives through multiple payment streams and needs reconciling regularly
- VAT considerations for practices providing mixed NHS and private services, where the position can depend on the nature of the supplies made
- Cash flow and practice finances, including timing of NHS payments, equipment finance commitments and drawings
- Partnership or limited company structures, where profit allocation, salaries and dividend planning interact
- Self Assessment and tax administration, including payments on account and keeping HMRC information consistent across the year
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 Standards and a Practical Approach
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
You are not legally required to use an accountant, but many associate dentists find it helpful because the income and expense picture can be more detailed than it first appears. Practice fee splits, lab costs, materials, indemnity cover, GDC registration and professional subscriptions all feed into the figures reported on your Self Assessment tax return, and getting the treatment right matters. An accountant can also help you keep records in a form that makes the year-end straightforward rather than a scramble.
The tax treatment generally depends on your business structure and the nature of the arrangement rather than simply on the label NHS or private. What often matters more in practice is keeping the two streams separately recorded so the figures can be reported accurately and so you can see how each part of the practice is performing. Where the position is unclear, we look at the specific contractual arrangements before advising.
Yes. Many practice owners need both, and the two are closely connected, particularly where profits, salaries or dividends flow through to personal tax. We can prepare practice annual accounts, deal with Corporation Tax or partnership returns where applicable, run payroll, and complete your personal Self Assessment, so the whole picture is handled consistently rather than in separate pieces.
Broadly, you should keep records of all income received and all business expenses incurred, plus supporting documents such as invoices, bank statements and receipts. Digital record-keeping makes this far easier to manage, especially where income arrives through several payment streams. We can advise on a workable system for your circumstances, including what is worth recording and how often to reconcile it.
VAT depends on your turnover and on the nature of the services you provide, so it is not automatic. Some dental supplies may be exempt while others are standard-rated, and mixed NHS and private income can make the position less than straightforward. If you are approaching or have crossed the registration threshold, it is worth reviewing your position before making a decision, as the treatment can vary depending on the circumstances.
There is no single right answer. Sole trader and partnership structures are common among associate dentists and smaller practices, while limited companies are sometimes used by practice owners for other reasons. The appropriate structure depends on your profit levels, how many people are involved, how you want to take money out of the business, and your longer-term plans. We can talk through the practical implications before you decide.
Useful starting points include details of your working arrangement, your income sources, any existing accounts or tax returns, and access to your bookkeeping or bank records. If you are moving from another accountant, we can usually work from the records they hold. Once we understand your position, we will confirm exactly what is needed and how the work will be handled.
Fees reflect the work involved, so they depend on factors such as your business structure, the number of income streams, whether payroll or VAT is required, and how much bookkeeping support you need. We set out what is included before work begins so there are no surprises, and the scope can be adjusted as your practice or circumstances change.