Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Chulmleigh: Specialist Tax and Accounting Support
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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 for Dental Practices
Dental accounting is seldom a case of simply adding up income and expenses. The mix of NHS and private work, the way associates are engaged, the cost of indemnity cover and equipment, and the structure you trade through can all affect how your figures are recorded and reported — so the right approach depends on how you personally work.
- Separating NHS, private and plan income so that practice or personal records stay clear, consistent and easy to reconcile.
- Associate dentist arrangements, including how fees, laboratory costs, indemnity and any payments to or from the practice are treated.
- Professional expenses such as GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, indemnity cover and continuing professional development.
- Equipment, refurbishment and other capital costs, where the timing and treatment can influence your taxable profit.
- Staff payroll, pensions and employment costs for practices that employ nurses, receptionists, hygienists or other team members.
- Choosing and running the right structure, whether sole trader, partnership or limited company, and the bookkeeping, VAT and Self Assessment work that follows from it.
Why Dentists and Dental Practices Choose 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 3-Step Process for Dental Clients
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 Dental Practice Needs
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
There is no legal requirement for a self-employed associate dentist to appoint an accountant, but many choose to do so because the administration can be more involved than it first appears. You may need to report income from several practices, keep records of laboratory and indemnity costs, and stay on top of Self Assessment and any payments on account that apply to your position. An accountant can help you keep those records in order, prepare and file your return, and explain what your figures mean before you need to act on them.
Both generally count as taxable income, but how they are reported depends on whether you receive them personally or through a practice, partnership or limited company. NHS contract income, private fees, membership plan payments and laboratory recharges can each be recorded differently, and the treatment can affect your accounts as well as your tax return. Getting the split right from the start makes the year-end process much smoother and reduces the risk of queries later.
Yes. Support for individual dentists and support for practices overlap but are not identical, and we work with both. For a practice this may involve annual accounts, Corporation Tax or partnership returns, payroll for employed team members, VAT returns where applicable, and management information that helps you understand how the practice is performing. For an individual dentist the focus is more likely to be Self Assessment, allowable expenses and tax planning around your personal income.
Commonly claimed costs include GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, indemnity cover, continuing professional development, laboratory charges, specialist equipment and certain travel costs. Not every cost is allowable, and the rules can differ depending on whether you are self-employed, in a partnership or working through a company, so it is worth checking the position before you assume a claim is straightforward. We review your expenditure as part of the accounts or return preparation and explain what can be included.
It depends on the services you provide and the level of your taxable turnover. Some dental services may be exempt, while others — certain cosmetic treatments, for example, or the sale of goods — may be standard-rated, and a practice offering a mix of both can face a more complicated position. Rather than guessing, it is worth reviewing your income streams to establish whether registration is required and, if it is, how VAT should be applied to each part of your work.
For most dentists we ask for details of your income sources and how you are engaged, together with bank statements, invoices and expense records for the relevant period. It also helps to see previous tax returns or accounts, any HMRC correspondence you have received, and payroll or VAT records if you run a practice. If information is missing or records are behind, we can help you work out what needs to be reconstructed first.
Yes, switching is usually more straightforward than people expect. We would normally contact your existing accountant to request professional clearance and the handover of your records, then review your position and confirm what still needs to be completed. If returns or accounts are outstanding, we can bring them up to date before moving on to the ongoing work, so there is a clear point at which everything is current.
Fees generally reflect the scope of the work involved — a straightforward Self Assessment return is a different task from full practice accounts with payroll, VAT returns and company filings. We aim to agree the likely scope and cost with you before any work begins, so you understand what is included and what is not. As your circumstances change, for example if you take on a practice or change structure, the scope can be reviewed alongside it.