NHS Oral & Dental Surgery Referral Waiting Times in Northampton

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an oral surgeon is

20 weeks

That's nearly 5 months

The NHS Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust currently has 2,529 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 20 weeks from GP referral. About 5 in 10 Oral & Dental Surgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 55 have been waiting over a year. Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since February 2025. It's slipped down 6 places in the national league for this department's; now 88 out of 113 hospitals.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
20weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
5in 10
No change
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
2.5k
▲ +159
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
55
▼ -14
Been on the list for 12+ months
5 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
2,529
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
44 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
55 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
634 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.

No change

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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 88th out of 113 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 15th out of 23 in Midlands

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.

Cliftonville, Northampton, NN1 5BD
01604 634700
NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust?

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust currently has about 2,529 patients on its Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 20 weeks.

Does Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Oral & Dental Surgery?

About 46% of Oral & Dental Surgery patients at Northampton General Hospital 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.