Specialist Accountants for Dentists & Dental Practices
Accountants for Dentists in Carmarthen: Practical Tax and Accounting Support for Dental Professionals
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Supporting Dentists and Dental Practices in Carmarthen
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 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.
Accounting and Tax Considerations for Dentists
Dental accounting rarely follows a single template. The records, returns and deadlines that apply to a dentist depend on whether they are employed or self-employed, how many income sources they have, and whether they operate as a sole trader, within a partnership or through a limited company. These are some of the areas that commonly need attention.
- Recording NHS and private income separately, so that each stream, together with any associated deductions, is clearly evidenced and straightforward to report.
- Associate dentist arrangements, including contracts for services, practice share deductions, laboratory fees and the records needed to support the figures reported.
- Professional expenses such as GDC registration, indemnity cover, professional body subscriptions, CPD and specialist equipment, where these meet the relevant tests for relief.
- Capital expenditure on dental equipment, surgery fit-outs and technology, and how the timing and treatment of these costs may affect your tax position.
- Payroll and employment costs for dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists and practice managers, including the reporting obligations that come with employing staff.
- Bookkeeping, VAT and cash flow management for practices balancing contract income against materials, laboratory costs, premises and staff overheads.
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.
Professional Support Built Around Dental Clients
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. Associate dentists are often engaged under a contract for services and treated as self-employed, which normally means registering with HMRC and reporting income and allowable expenses through Self Assessment. That said, the position depends on the actual terms of your engagement — some dentists are employed and taxed through PAYE instead, and some hold both employed and self-employed roles at the same time. If you are unsure how your arrangement should be treated, it is worth reviewing your contract before assuming either way.
For a self-employed dentist, both NHS and private income are generally treated as professional or trading income and reported together, with allowable expenses deducted to arrive at taxable profit. The practical challenge is usually record keeping rather than the principle: NHS payments, private fees, laboratory charges and practice deductions all need to be evidenced clearly, especially where work is spread across more than one practice. Where a dentist is employed for part of their work, different rules can apply to that income, so it helps to separate the streams properly from the outset.
Common examples include professional indemnity insurance, GDC registration, professional body subscriptions, mandatory CPD, specialist clothing, laboratory fees and the practice share or associate deductions that reduce your fees. Equipment and materials may also qualify, although the treatment of larger purchases can differ from everyday costs. Whether a particular expense is allowable depends on your employment status and on whether the cost was incurred wholly and exclusively for the purposes of your work, so it is worth checking anything unusual rather than assuming it can be claimed.
Often, yes. Practice owners typically have to deal with annual accounts, payroll for the practice team, VAT where turnover requires registration, and either Corporation Tax or partnership reporting depending on the structure they use. They may also need help with practice finance decisions such as equipment investment, premises costs, or bringing in a new partner or associate. An associate dentist working across several practices may need far fewer of these services, which is why we scope support around your actual circumstances rather than applying a one-size-fits-all package.
Yes. Practice payroll frequently covers a mix of roles and arrangements — dental nurses, receptionists, hygienists, practice managers and sometimes associates paid through the payroll rather than self-employed. We can handle the regular payroll runs, payslips, RTI submissions and the associated reporting, and we can advise on matters such as pension auto-enrolment where it applies to your practice. If your team arrangements change, for example when someone moves from self-employed to employed status, we can help you work through what that means for your records.
There is no universal answer, because the right structure depends on your income level, how many people are involved, whether you own a practice, and how you want to take money out of the business. Sole trader and partnership arrangements are common among associates and smaller practices, while larger practices and those reinvesting profits often look at a limited company. Each option carries different tax and administrative consequences, so it is worth reviewing the numbers for your own situation before deciding, and revisiting the question as your circumstances change.
Switching is usually more straightforward than dentists expect. Once you confirm you would like to move, we would typically contact your existing accountant to request professional clearance and the relevant handover information, such as previous accounts, tax returns and records. You remain in control throughout, and any outstanding filings can be reviewed as part of the process so that nothing is overlooked. If you are partway through a tax year or have an upcoming filing, we can plan the timing carefully to keep things tidy.
It helps to have details of all your income sources — NHS contract payments or UDA statements, private fee records, associate or practice share arrangements, and any employed income — along with records of expenses, bank and credit card statements, and information about equipment or practice purchases. If you run a practice, we would also need payroll details, VAT records where relevant, and any existing accounts or tax returns. If your records are not fully up to date, that is not a barrier; part of our role is helping you bring them into order before the reporting work begins.