Most common Dental emergencies include traumatic falls, severe pain in relation to profound carious teeth, broken orthodontic appliances or wires, abscess or swelling, erupting permanent or baby teeth. All these emergencies can be addressed as per the severity of the concern, age of the child and also the clinical and radiographic status of the tooth.

Other factors that aid in decision making in the first appointment are the level of anxiety, apprehension and the resulting cooperative ability of the child. Laughing gas can be well used in situations where need arises.