Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Budleigh Salterton: Specialist Tax and Accounting Support
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Accounting Support Built Around Dental Careers 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 and Dental Practices
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.
Financial and Accounting Considerations for Dentists and Dental Practices
Dental finances can be more layered than they first appear, and the right treatment often depends on your working arrangement, your income mix and the structure you operate through. The points below are common areas where dentists and practice owners benefit from professional input, though not every dentist will face all of them.
- Managing a mix of NHS, private and plan income, each of which may need to be recorded and reported differently
- Associate dentist arrangements, including understanding how self-employment status and UDA or session-based income affect your tax position
- Professional expenses such as indemnity cover, GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, training and continuing professional development
- Dental equipment, materials and capital expenditure, where the accounting and tax treatment can depend on the nature and cost of the item
- Staff payroll and employment costs, including pensions auto-enrolment obligations for practice employees where they apply
- Bookkeeping and financial records that need to stand up to scrutiny if HMRC raises a query
- VAT considerations, which can vary depending on the services a practice provides and its taxable turnover
- Practice cash flow, profitability and finance decisions, including practice purchase, expansion or eventual sale
- Choosing and maintaining the right structure, whether that is sole trader, partnership or limited company, and understanding the consequences of each
- Self Assessment, payment on account and tax administration deadlines that need to be planned around a full clinical schedule
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.
A Simple Three-Step Process to Get Started
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, Clear Communication and a Tailored 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
Not every associate dentist needs specialist support, but associate arrangements can be less straightforward than they appear. You may be treated as self-employed while working under an agreement with a practice, and your income may be calculated on UDAs, sessions or a percentage of fees. Getting that recorded correctly matters for your Self Assessment return, your payment on account and any expenses you claim. An accountant who deals with dentists regularly can help you understand how your arrangement is likely to be treated and what records you should be keeping.
The tax treatment of your income generally depends on whether you are employed, self-employed or operating through a limited company, rather than on whether the money comes from NHS work or private treatment. However, NHS contracts and private fee income can behave differently in practice — for example in how they are scheduled, invoiced and received. Keeping these streams clearly separated in your records makes it easier to produce accurate accounts, complete tax returns and answer any queries that may arise.
Yes. Self Assessment is one of the areas we deal with most often for self-employed dentists and associate dentists. We can prepare and submit your return, make sure your income from all sources is accounted for, review the expenses you are claiming, and help you plan for payment on account so the amounts due do not come as a surprise. Where your circumstances change during the year, we can review the position and adjust the approach accordingly.
There is no single list that applies to every dentist, because allowable expenses depend on your employment status, your business structure and the nature of the cost. Costs commonly considered include indemnity cover, professional registration and body subscriptions, continuing professional development, certain equipment and materials, and practice-related running costs where you are self-employed or a practice owner. Some items, particularly larger equipment purchases, may be treated differently from routine expenses. We review what you spend and advise on what is likely to be claimable in your circumstances.
Yes, where those services are relevant to your practice. Payroll support can cover practice employees, including payslips, RTI submissions and pensions auto-enrolment obligations where they apply. VAT support can include reviewing whether registration is required, preparing and submitting returns, and helping you understand how different income streams and costs feed into your VAT position. Whether your practice needs these services depends on its size, turnover and how it is structured, so we discuss that with you first.
There is no universally right answer — it depends on your profits, how you take money out of the business, your plans for the future and your tolerance for additional administration. A limited company can suit some practice owners, while others find a partnership or sole trader structure more appropriate for their circumstances. The tax and compliance consequences of each differ, so it is worth reviewing your position before making a change rather than assuming one structure is always better.
As a general principle, you need records that show your income and expenditure clearly and support the figures in your tax return or accounts. For dentists that usually means tracking NHS and private income separately, keeping associate payment statements, recording practice costs, retaining receipts for equipment and materials, and holding details of professional expenses such as indemnity and registration. Good records also make it far easier to deal with any HMRC enquiry and to see how your practice is actually performing.
Switching is usually simpler than people expect. We start by discussing your current arrangements and what you need, then we can contact your existing accountant to request the handover of your records and any outstanding information. Once everything is in place, we review your position, confirm what needs to be filed and when, and take over the ongoing work. If there are deadlines approaching at the time you approach us, we can factor that into the process.