Temporary fillings are used to protect a tooth that has been prepared for a permanent filling or crown. They are made of a soft material that is easy to remove. When it is time to place the permanent filling or crown, the dentist will need to remove the temporary filling. There are a few different ways to do this, but the most common method is to use a dental drill.
The dentist will start by numbing the area around the tooth. Then, they will use the drill to carefully remove the temporary filling. Once the temporary filling has been removed, the dentist will clean the tooth and prepare it for the permanent filling or crown.