Interim Fixed Dental Prostheses Fabrication Techniques and Factors Affecting Their Success: A Narrative Review

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Interim fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) play a crucial role in maintaining oral stability during the construction of final FDPs. Traditionally, interim FDPs were fabricated using conventional methods. However, advancements in digital dentistry have introduced computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) techniques, including milling from prefabricated blanks and three-dimensional (3D) printing using light-sensitive resins, as common production methods. The aim of this review was to accumulate data on various fabrication techniques for interim FDPs, the materials used in their production, and the impact of each technique on key factors influencing the success of interim FDPs. We concluded that each technique for fabricating interim FDPs has its own advantages and limitations, and all can be effectively utilized for FDP production. However, digital techniques provide superior quality compared to conventional methods, particularly for long-term use.