NHS Oral & Dental Surgery Referral Waiting Times in London

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an oral surgeon is

7 weeks

That's 1½ months

The NHS Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust currently has 411 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 7 weeks from GP referral. About 9 in 10 Oral & Dental Surgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 1 have been waiting over a year. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the London region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's moved up 2 places in the national league for this department's; now 3 out of 113 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
6.7weeks
▲ +0.3 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
9in 10
▼ -1.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
411
▲ +215
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
1
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
9 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
411
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
18 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
1 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
84 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

▲ +0.3 wks

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 16 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 3rd out of 113 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 2nd out of 17 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.

The Bays, London, W2 1BL
020 3311 3311
NHS North West London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust?

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust currently has about 411 patients on its Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 7 weeks.

Does Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Oral & Dental Surgery?

About 91% of Oral & Dental Surgery patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Oral & Dental Surgery wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Oral & Dental Surgery waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

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