Oral & Dental Surgery Department Waiting Times in Hereford

Wye Valley NHS Trust

Updated December 2025

The typical wait to see an oral surgeon is

18 weeks

That's 4 months

Wye Valley NHS Trust is an NHS Trust in the Midlands region. There are currently 527 people waiting to see an oral surgeon, with a typical wait of about 4 months. 51% of patients are seen within the 18-week target.

51 out of 100
patients are seen within 18 weeks
527
people on the waiting list
59 weeks
worst case wait time (92nd percentile)
67 people
have been waiting over a year
283 people
have been approved for treatment and are waiting for a date (54% of the list)

Long waiter breakdown

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

65waiting 1–1.25 years (52–65 weeks)
2waiting 1.25–1.5 years (65–78 weeks)

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 about the same as the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 66th out of 113 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 12th 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.

County Hospital, Hereford, HR1 2ER
01432 355444
NHS Herefordshire And Worcestershire Integrated Care Board

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Oral & Dental Surgery waiting time at Wye Valley NHS Trust?

The current average Oral & Dental Surgery waiting time at Wye Valley NHS Trust is about 18 weeks.

How does Wye Valley NHS 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.