Laser, not hardware
Treatment changes the tissue rather than splinting around it.
- Fotona LightWalker sessions
- Soft palate tightening
- No appliance to wear
- No anesthesia needed
Fotona Laser Sleep Care in St. Petersburg, Florida
NightLase for snoring
NightLase for snoring
in St. Petersburg, FL.
NightLase treats snoring at the tissue that causes it. Fotona laser sessions gently tighten the soft palate, with no appliance to wear, no surgery, and no anesthesia, done in short office visits.
Why NightLase
Laser snoring treatment, no appliance.
Snoring starts where relaxed tissue narrows the airway. NightLase tightens the tissue itself, so the fix sleeps with you instead of on your nightstand.
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Short office visits
Sessions fit inside a normal appointment, and life continues after each one.
- In-office sessions
- Minimal downtime
- Series set per case
- Results build over the series
Screened first
Snoring gets evaluated before treatment, so the right cases get the right tool.
- Airway evaluation first
- Apnea screening available
- Orthotics where indicated
- Referral when needed
NightLase vs Appliance
NightLase vs a nightly appliance.
Appliances manage snoring one night at a time. NightLase works on the tissue, so the treatment holds while you sleep unequipped.
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| Property | NightLase | Oral appliance |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Laser tightens the tissue | Device repositions the jaw |
| Nightly hardware | None | Worn every night |
| Anesthesia | None | Not applicable |
| Upkeep | Touch-up sessions per case | Cleaning, refitting, replacement |
The Process
A NightLase series, step by step.
Cases start with screening, because snoring and sleep apnea are different problems.
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Screening first
The airway gets evaluated and sleep apnea screened, so treatment matches the actual problem.
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Session series
Short Fotona laser sessions tighten the soft palate, without anesthesia.
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Response builds
Tissue tightening and snoring reduction develop across the series.
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Follow-up
Results get reviewed, with touch-up sessions or orthotics folded in per case.
Sleep apnea is a medical condition. Screening decides whether NightLase, an orthotic, or a physician referral fits your case.
Inside the Office
Sleep care in a dental office.
Screening, laser sessions, and follow-up run in the same rooms as the rest of your care, with imaging in the building.
Operatory
Five private rooms with HEPA-filtered air and natural Mirror Lake light overhead.
- HEPA-filtered air per room
- Natural light, no fluorescent buzz
- Nitrile dam isolation
- No off-gassing materials
CBCT 3D scanner
Three-dimensional bone and soft-tissue imaging that flat 2D x-rays walk past.
- Volumetric capture
- Reads bone density in 3D
- Surfaces hidden cavitations
- Maps old root canal sites
132 Mirror Lake Dr.
Walkable downtown St. Petersburg with a private apartment one floor above the clinic.
- Mirror Lake Park across the street
- Private upstairs apartment
- Walkable to lodging and food
- Two blocks from the marina
Laser Dentistry
Two decades behind the laser.
Dr. Carlo Litano, DMD pairs more than 20 years of biological practice with the Fotona LightWalker laser, the platform behind NightLase, LipLase, and laser periodontal care at Natural Smiles. Treatment stays less invasive and metal-free across every application.
- DMD
- IAOMT SMART certified
- SDS Swiss BioHealth Protocol
- Holistic Dental Association board of directors
- International Academy of Ceramic Implantology
Patient Reviews
Patient reviews on practical fixes.
Patients drive in from across Florida and fly in from across the U.S. A few in their own words, from 700+ reviews averaging 4.9 stars on Google, Facebook and Healthgrades.
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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!"
Wendy C. Sarasota, FL - ★★★★★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!"
Kathy M. - RecommendedFacebook
"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.
NightLase FAQ
Questions about NightLase in St. Petersburg.
The questions patients ask most before laser snoring treatment.
Fotona laser sessions gently tighten soft palate tissue, widening the space where snoring starts. No surgery, no anesthesia, nothing worn at night.
Sleep apnea is a medical condition and gets screened first. NightLase targets snoring; apnea cases route to the right care, including orthotics or physician referral. Sleep apnea screening.
A series, set at the consultation, with results building between sessions and touch-ups per case.
Pricing follows the session series in the written plan from your screening visit.
Schedule
Snoring consultations in downtown St. Petersburg.
A consultation with a 3D scan gives you a written treatment plan and cost estimate before any decisions. Call (727) 300-0044 or request a visit online.