Oral & Dental Surgery Department Waiting Times in London

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see an oral surgeon is

20 weeks

That's 4½ months

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS Foundation Trust in the London region. There are currently 1,598 people waiting to see an oral surgeon, with a typical wait of about 4½ months. 48% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

48 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
1,598
people on the waiting list
49 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
78 people
have been waiting over a year
84 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (5% of the list)

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see an oral surgeon is about 17 weeks. This hospital is slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 76th out of 113 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 14th out of 16 in London

What does Oral & Dental Surgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Wisdom tooth removal
Jaw surgery (orthognathic)
Dental implants
Removal of impacted teeth
Jaw joint problems (TMJ)
Mouth ulcer investigation
Cyst removal
Biopsies of mouth lesions

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard — ask to be connected to the department.

Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, London, SW10 9NH
020 3315 8000
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Oral & Dental Surgery waiting time at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?

The current average Oral & Dental Surgery waiting time at Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is about 20 weeks.

How does Chelsea And Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust compare to other hospitals for Oral & Dental Surgery?

You can compare Oral & Dental Surgery waiting times across all NHS hospitals on WaitRadar to find shorter waits near you.

Can I choose which hospital I'm referred to?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England have the right to choose which hospital they are referred to for a first outpatient appointment. Discuss your options with your GP.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.