Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Colne: Specialist Tax and Accounting Support
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Who We Support: Self-Employed, Associate and Principal Dentists
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.
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 Professionals
Dental accounting involves considerations that do not always appear in other trades. How income arrives, when expenses are incurred and the structure you trade through all affect how the figures should be recorded and reported, and the answer is rarely the same for two dentists.
- Multiple income streams, such as NHS contract payments, private treatment fees and associate sessions, which can arrive at different times and from different sources and make bookkeeping and cash flow harder to track
- Associate dentist arrangements, where the treatment of income and the responsibilities of each party can depend on the terms of the agreement and how the engagement is structured
- Professional costs including indemnity cover, GDC registration, professional body subscriptions and continuing professional development, where the treatment can depend on whether the cost relates to your work or to the practice
- Dental equipment, surgery fit-outs and premises costs, which often involve capital expenditure that may be treated differently from routine running costs
- Payroll and employment costs where a practice employs nurses, hygienists, receptionists or other staff, including the correct handling of PAYE and employer costs
- VAT, trading structure and Self Assessment, since operating as a sole trader, partnership or limited company can affect your obligations, and VAT registration may become relevant as turnover grows
Why Dentists 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 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.
Accounting Support Built Around How Dentists Actually Work
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
It is not a legal requirement to appoint an accountant, but many self-employed associate dentists choose one because the tax position is not always as simple as it first appears. Associate income, indemnity cover, GDC and professional body fees, travel between sites and any private work you carry out all feed into your Self Assessment return. An accountant can help you record these correctly, keep supporting paperwork in order and understand what is due and when, which is often easier than working it out alone alongside a full clinical diary.
NHS contract payments and private treatment fees can arrive from different sources, on different schedules and with different documentation, so the bookkeeping needs to keep them clearly separated. We record each income stream accurately, reconcile the figures against your records and reflect them correctly in your accounts and tax return. Where you operate through a limited company or a partnership, the treatment of each stream can differ, so we look at your specific arrangements rather than applying a single approach.
Yes. Self Assessment is a core part of the work we do for dentists, whether you are an associate, a locum, a principal or someone with income from several sources. We gather your income and expense details, prepare the return, explain the figures in plain English and submit it within the filing deadlines. If you also have property income, investment income or a share of a practice partnership, those can usually be included within the same return where applicable.
A practice typically brings additional layers: staff payroll, equipment purchases, premises costs, possibly VAT registration and, in many cases, a limited company or partnership structure. That means the accounting work covers company or partnership accounts and returns as well as the owner's personal tax position. A sole trader dentist with straightforward self-employment income generally has a simpler set of obligations, though the underlying need for accurate records is the same.
It depends on the practice. A practice employing nurses, hygienists, receptionists or associates will usually need to run PAYE payroll, account for employer costs and issue the correct documentation to staff. VAT registration depends on turnover and the nature of the supplies made, and some dental services are treated differently from others, so it is worth reviewing your position rather than assuming. We can handle payroll and advise on VAT where it applies to your circumstances.
Common costs include indemnity cover, GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, continuing professional development, specialist clothing, and equipment or materials used in your work, although what is allowable depends on whether the cost relates to your employment, your self-employment or your practice. Some items, such as larger equipment purchases, may be treated differently from everyday running costs. We review your spending and explain which costs can be included and which cannot.
Switching is usually straightforward and does not have to wait until the end of a tax year or accounting period. We would typically contact your existing accountant to request the relevant records and professional clearance, then review your position and confirm what information is still needed. Most dentists find the handover takes far less effort than expected, particularly once records have been passed across and any outstanding filing has been reviewed.
It helps to begin with a clear picture of how you work: whether you are employed, self-employed, in a partnership or running a limited company, and where your income comes from. From there we would usually ask for details of NHS and private income, business bank statements, expense records, payroll information if you employ staff, and copies of any recent returns or accounts. If your records are incomplete, we can help you work out what is missing and how to pull it together.