Oral & Dental Surgery Department Waiting Times in Bristol

Practice Plus Group Hospital - Emersons Green

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see an oral surgeon is

13 weeks

That's 3 months

Practice Plus Group Hospital - Emersons Green is an Independent Sector provider in the South West region. There are currently 2,207 people waiting to see an oral surgeon, with a typical wait of about 3 months. 77% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

77 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
2,207
people on the waiting list
24 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
397 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (18% 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 faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 37th out of 113 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 7th out of 15 in South West

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 Brooms, Bristol, BS16 7FH
NHS Bristol, North Somerset And South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Oral & Dental Surgery waiting time at Practice Plus Group Hospital - Emersons Green?

The current average Oral & Dental Surgery waiting time at Practice Plus Group Hospital - Emersons Green is about 13 weeks.

How does Practice Plus Group Hospital - Emersons Green 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.