NHS Oral & Dental Surgery Referral Waiting Times in Leicester

University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust

Updated February 2026

The typical wait to see an oral surgeon is

23 weeks

That's just over 5 months

The NHS Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list at University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust currently has 7,937 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 23 weeks from GP referral. About 4 in 10 Oral & Dental Surgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). 549 have been waiting over a year. University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. Waits at this hospital are about 0.8 week shorter than in February 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Feb 25Feb 26
Typical wait
22.8weeks
▼ -0.8 wks
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
4in 10
▲ +2.6 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
7.9k
▲ +407
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
549
▲ +224
Been on the list for 12+ months
4 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
7,937
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
51 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer
549 people
have waited over a year
Been on the list for 12+ months
410 people
waiting for a surgery date
Already been told they need an operation

Long waiter breakdown

Of those waiting over a year, here's how long they've been waiting:

536waiting 1 to 1.25 years (52 to 65 weeks)
13waiting 1.25 to 1.5 years (65 to 78 weeks)

Wait time over time

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

▼ -0.8 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 slower than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 104th out of 113 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 20th 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.

Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, LE1 5WW
0300 303 1573
NHS Leicester, Leicestershire And Rutland Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list at University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust?

University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust currently has about 7,937 patients on its Oral & Dental Surgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 23 weeks.

Does University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust meet the NHS 18-week target for Oral & Dental Surgery?

About 42% of Oral & Dental Surgery patients at University Hospitals Of Leicester 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.