Business Details
Your Trusted Prosthodontist in Orleans, MA
Cape Cod Prosthodontics is dedicated to delivering exceptional dental care with a focus on prosthodontics, specializing in the restoration and replacement of natural teeth. Founded by Dr. Erik Cragg, a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists, our practice combines decades of expertise with advanced techniques like DIEM 2 technology for same-day dental implants. Our team of highly trained professionals is committed to creating a comfortable, patient-centered environment while addressing individual dental needs with precision and care.With a career spanning military service and academic teaching, Dr. Cragg brings unparalleled experience in dental implants, crowns, bridges, and dentures, ensuring patients receive solutions that restore both function and aesthetics. We prioritize personalized treatment plans, leveraging cutting-edge technology and evidence-based practices to achieve long-lasting results that enhance quality of life for our Cape Cod community.
Services
Dental Implants
Bridges
Crowns
Dentures
Removable Partial Dentures
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified prosthodontic expertise with over 50 years of combined experience.
- Our DIEM 2 technology enables same-day full-arch implant solutions.
- We specialize in complex dental reconstructions using advanced implant techniques.
- Our team maintains active memberships in leading dental specialty organizations.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual anatomical and aesthetic needs.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Prosthodontics
- American College of Prosthodontists
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacements using titanium posts integrated into the jawbone. Ideal for single or full-arch restoration, they offer superior stability and function compared to traditional dentures. Our practice specializes in advanced implant techniques including immediate-load solutions.
DIEM 2 Technology
DIEM 2 technology enables full-arch tooth replacement in one day using strategically placed implants and temporary prostheses. This eliminates multiple surgeries, allowing patients to leave with functional teeth the same day as extractions and implant placement.
Crowns
Custom crowns restore damaged teeth by covering them completely, improving strength and appearance. We use durable materials to create natural-looking restorations for teeth weakened by decay, fractures, or root canal treatment.
Dentures
Complete and partial dentures replace multiple missing teeth using removable prosthetics. We offer implant-supported options for enhanced stability, addressing common issues like poor fit and chewing difficulties associated with conventional dentures.
Bridges
Dental bridges fill gaps with artificial teeth anchored to adjacent natural teeth or implants. Our implant-supported bridges provide a permanent solution that preserves jawbone structure and prevents adjacent teeth from shifting.
People
Erik Douglas Cragg
Dentist
Dr. Cragg is a board-certified prosthodontist with over 50 years of experience, including 24 years in military dental service and academic teaching. He specializes in dental implants and complex reconstructions, maintaining active memberships in leading dental organizations.
Questions
What is a prosthodontist?
A prosthodontist is a dentist specializing in tooth restoration and replacement, with 2-3 additional years of accredited training beyond dental school.
What makes DIEM 2 technology unique?
DIEM 2 enables same-day full-arch dental implants with immediate functional prostheses, eliminating traditional multi-stage processes.
Are dental implants painful?
Most patients report minimal discomfort during implant placement, often less than tooth extraction, with local anesthesia typically sufficient.
How long do dental implants last?
With proper care, implants have high success rates and can last decades, outperforming traditional bridges that average 10-15 years.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, checks, and offer financing through CareCredit for qualified patients.
