Ceramic zirconia implants
Metal-free tooth replacement that integrates with bone and resists corrosion.
- Zero metal, zero corrosion
- Single-piece and two-piece options
- CBCT-planned placement
- Swiss BioHealth Protocol
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St. Petersburg mouth-body care
Your mouth affects your whole body.
Your mouth connects to the rest of the body through the bloodstream, the airway, and the immune system. Metal buildup, past root canal failures, and quiet jawbone infections can stir up inflammation that standard exams often overlook.
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Safe mercury removal
Our IAOMT-certified SMART protocol removes amalgam fillings without exposing you to vapor or particulate.
- IAOMT SMART certified
- HEPA + activated carbon capture
- Nitrile dam isolation
- Oxygen support during procedure
Root canal alternatives
When a root canal isn’t the right answer, we offer biological extraction with biocompatible replacement.
- Holistic tooth extraction
- LPRF bone graft healing
- Ceramic implant replacement
- Ozone-treated socket
Cavitation surgery
Evaluate and treat FDOJ, a chronic inflammatory condition in the jawbone.
- CBCT 3D imaging evaluation
- Fatty Degenerative Osteonecrosis
- Surgical debridement
- Ozone + LPRF healing
Ozone therapy
Eliminate bacteria, viruses, and fungi the body’s own way. No antibiotics, no harsh chemistry.
- Procedural disinfection
- Periodontal pocket therapy
- Root canal alternative support
- Faster post-op healing
Same-day zirconia crowns
Our in-office CAD/CAM lab produces metal-free crowns in about three hours. No second visit.
- Same-day fit and seat
- Zirconia, no metal margin
- Digital impressions, no goop
- One appointment
Biocompatible fillings
BPA-free ceramic composites bonded with materials your body accepts. No metal, no mercury, no fluoride.
- BPA-free ceramic composite
- Color-matched to your enamel
- Patient-specific compatibility
- Long-term durability
Holistic pediatric care
Gentle, fluoride-free dentistry for kids that supports a lifetime of healthy choices.
- Fluoride-free preventive care
- Mercury-free sealants
- Low-radiation digital imaging
- Patient-led, never forced
IV therapy & PEMF
Functional medicine support that works alongside surgery and detox to rebuild circulation and immune resilience.
- IV vitamin C and glutathione
- PEMF circulation therapy
- Pre and post-op support
- Whole-body inflammation protocols
A physician's endorsement
Endorsed by Dr. Mercola, trained in Switzerland.
Dr. Joseph Mercola, an osteopathic physician and patient, shares his story in a short video. Dr. Litano studied directly under Dr. Ulrich Volz at Swiss BioHealth, who developed the first FDA-cleared ceramic dental implant.
Patient endorsement
“I couldn’t recommend Dr. Litano any more highly.”
Dr. Joseph Mercola, an osteopathic physician who says he has practiced natural medicine for over three decades, is a patient at Natural Smiles of Tampa. He recorded a short message on what brought him here.
Dr. Joseph Mercola
Osteopathic Physician
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Training in Switzerland
“We have combined dentistry with medicine in a unique way.”
Dr. Ulrich Volz founded Swiss BioHealth and developed the first FDA-cleared ceramic dental implant. Dr. Carlo Litano, DMD is one of a small number of U.S. dentists trained personally by him, and the only one practicing in the Tampa Bay area.
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Inside the practice
“After twenty years of biological practice, I built Natural Smiles on Mirror Lake.”
We have five private operatories, a CBCT scanner, an in-house CAD/CAM lab, a dedicated SMART mercury isolation room, and an apartment above the clinic where our traveling patients stay. Take the two-minute walk-through with us.
Dr. Carlo Litano
Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry
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Meet Dr. Carlo Litano
A dentist who treats the whole person.
Dr. Carlo Litano, DMD, has practiced biological dentistry in St. Petersburg for more than 20 years. He is trained in the Swiss BioHealth protocol and treats the mouth as part of the body.
- DMD
- IAOMT SMART certified
- SDS Swiss BioHealth Protocol
- Holistic Dental Association board of directors
- International Academy of Ceramic Implantology
Traveling in for care
Patients travel from across the country.
Patients travel from across the U.S. and abroad, arriving at Tampa International Airport. Traveling patients can stay in the private apartment one floor above the office, near Mirror Lake Park, completing care in one trip.
Travel dentistry
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What patients say
A top-rated biological dentist in St. Petersburg, FL.
Our patients have left 700+ reviews averaging 4.9 stars on Google, Facebook and Healthgrades.
- ★★★★★Google
"This isn't your average or even better dentist, Dr Litano knows his craft, has all the best tools, and is exceptionally gifted to provide the best care in a way that makes you feel comfortable and safe. Highly recommend!"
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"Thank you, amazing staff at Natural Smiles! You are always so patient and accommodating, giving me all the time and attention my teeth need! Driving from Sarasota is so worth it! Such gratitude for each of you!"
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"Took my now 19 month old here back when she chipped her tooth at 13 months. He was great with her. … Every one who works here is so pleasant. I will continue to make the 1 hour and 15 minute drive here just because of the atmosphere!"
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"I drive over an hour each way to see these people but they are the best. Very meticulous and confirm to the idea of first do no harm. A rare thing in modern dentistry."
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"Dr. Litano is a saint! I was dreading having to have a tooth pulled and he put my mind to ease. Love how he’s a one stop shop for removal + putting in a non toxic implant! He is very kind & caring too!"
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"Excellent experience because I knew I was in good hands & Dr. Litano knew what he was doing & was going to keep me safe from toxic metals!"
Judy C.
Your questions, answered
What do patients ask us?
Patients often ask about biological dentistry, safe mercury removal, zirconia ceramic implants, root canal alternatives, and traveling to St. Petersburg for care. Here are answers to the questions we hear most.
A biological dentist treats your mouth as part of your whole body. Alongside standard dental care, you get biocompatible, metal-free materials, amalgam removal under the IAOMT SMART protocol, and screening for hidden problems like jawbone cavitations that conventional exams skip. Dr. Carlo Litano, DMD has practiced whole-body dentistry for more than 20 years.
Silver amalgam fillings are roughly 50% mercury and release vapor as you chew. Our IAOMT-certified SMART protocol isolates the tooth with a dam, captures particulate with HEPA suction and activated carbon, and supplies supplemental oxygen, so neither you nor the team is exposed during removal. Learn how SMART works.
Zirconia is metal-free and biocompatible, so it does not corrode or set up the galvanic reactions some patients have with titanium. Our in-house CAD/CAM lab places zirconia the same day in many cases. See zirconia implants.
When a tooth cannot be saved, we offer biological extraction with ozone disinfection and LPRF bone-graft healing, followed by a zirconia implant to restore the tooth. Explore root canal alternatives.
Yes. Patients travel to us from across the U.S. and around the world. A private apartment one floor above the clinic lets you complete complex treatment and recover without booking a separate trip. Plan a visit.
Dr. Litano trained directly under Dr. Ulrich Volz at Swiss BioHealth in Switzerland, every biological case is planned and finished in one office with an on-site CAD/CAM lab, and the practice is endorsed by Dr. Joseph Mercola. Meet Dr. Carlo Litano.
A cavitation is a pocket of dead or infected bone left at an old extraction or root canal site, often invisible on standard X-rays. Dr. Litano locates them with 3D CBCT imaging and treats them with surgical cleanout, ozone, and LPRF healing. About cavitation surgery.
Yes. We place biocompatible, metal-free restorations and offer fluoride-free preventive care for adults and children. Materials are matched to each patient, with biocompatibility testing available. Metal-free dentistry.
Medical-grade ozone disinfects surgical sites, periodontal pockets, and implant sites without antibiotics. We use it during cavitation surgery, mercury removal, and gum therapy to support faster healing. About ozone therapy.
Yes. Our in-office CAD/CAM lab scans, designs, and mills metal-free zirconia crowns in about three hours, so most patients seat a permanent crown the same day with no second appointment and no putty impressions. Same-day crowns.
Costs depend on your treatment plan, and we provide a written estimate before any work begins. Our team walks you through payment and insurance reimbursement options at your consultation. Ask about your case.
New patients start with a consultation and a 3D scan, so Dr. Litano can read your dental and health history together before recommending anything. You leave with a written treatment plan. Call (727) 300-0044 or request a visit.
