A temporary crown is like a bandage for your tooth. Once the damaged tooth has been cleaned and treated, the temporary crown is added to create a layer of protection from infection. The temporary crown covers the damaged tooth and keeps harmful bacteria from getting in. However, unlike a cut on your skin, damaged teeth do not heal on their own, so the temporary crown will eventually need to be replaced by a permanent crown. Learn more in our blog article, "Temporary Crown vs. Permanent Crown."