This document discusses temporization or provisional restorations. It defines temporization as a temporary protective or functional restoration fabricated over prepared teeth until the final prosthesis is made. The document outlines ideal requirements for provisional restorations including biologic, mechanical, and esthetic requirements. It lists various rationales for provisional treatment and indications. The types of provisional restorations are discussed based on method of fabrication, materials available, type of material used, and duration of use. Methods of fabrication include custom made, prefabricated, and depending on the material used such as resin or metal. Factors for selecting provisional materials and techniques for direct, indirect, and direct-indirect fabrication are also summarized.