Found in 3D
CBCT imaging reads bone density where standard films read shadows.
- Volumetric capture
- Old extraction sites read
- Root canal sites mapped
- Bone density in 3D
Hidden Infection Surgery in St. Petersburg, Florida
Cavitation surgery in
Cavitation surgery in
St. Petersburg, FL.
A cavitation forms when bone tissue dies or gets infected near a past tooth removal or root canal. Dr. Litano locates it with 3D imaging and clears it surgically.
Why Cavitations Matter
Why cavitation care matters.
Hidden infection needs careful attention. Here is how we find it in 3D, clear it surgically and support healing with your own blood.
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Cleared surgically
Dead or damaged bone comes out, and the site gets disinfected on the spot.
- Surgical debridement
- Medical-grade ozone flush
- Antibiotic-free in most cases
- Site closed over LPRF
Healed with your own blood
LPRF drawn chairside supports the cleaned site from day one.
- LPRF from your own blood
- Supports bone regeneration
- Healing tracked with imaging
- Part of the Swiss protocol
CBCT vs Flat X-Ray
Seeing what standard X-rays miss.
Flat, two-dimensional X-rays often miss hidden infection below the gumline. Our CBCT scanner shows bone density in three dimensions and locates past extraction and root canal treatment areas for a clearer picture.
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| Property | CBCT 3D imaging | Standard X-ray |
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| Dimension | Volumetric, full 3D | Flat, 2D |
| Cavitation visibility | Surfaces hidden sites | Often invisible |
| Old root canal sites | Mapped in bone detail | Shadowed |
| Surgical planning | Site read before surgery | Found late or never |
The Process
A cavitation case, step by step.
Every case follows a clear path. We start with 3D evaluation, share a written plan, perform surgical cleanout with ozone and support healing with LPRF from your own blood.
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CBCT evaluation
The scan reads old extraction and root canal sites in 3D, surfacing what flat films miss.
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Written surgical plan
Sites get prioritized with sequence and cost in writing before anything is scheduled.
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Debridement and ozone
Dead or damaged bone comes out; medical-grade ozone disinfects the site without antibiotics in most cases.
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LPRF healing
Platelet-rich fibrin from your own blood fills the site, and healing is tracked with follow-up imaging.
Inside the Office
One office for cavitation diagnosis and care.
Our office in the Tampa Bay area brings together the tools needed to find and treat hidden infection in one place. Here is a look at the rooms and equipment we use for cavitation care.
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
Ozone therapy station
Medical-grade ozone disinfects surgical sites and periodontal pockets without antibiotics.
- Cavitation surgery disinfection
- Periodontal pocket flushing
- Implant site preparation
- Antibiotic-free protocol
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
Trained in Switzerland
Trained by the pioneer of ceramic implants.
Dr. Ulrich Volz developed the first FDA-cleared ceramic dental implant and founded Swiss BioHealth in Kreuzlingen, Switzerland. Dr. Carlo Litano, DMD studied under him directly and uses the Swiss BioHealth protocol at his practice in the Tampa Bay area. Every biological case at Natural Smiles is planned, placed, and finished to the same standard.
- DMD
- IAOMT SMART certified
- SDS Swiss BioHealth Protocol
- Holistic Dental Association board of directors
- International Academy of Ceramic Implantology
Patient Reviews
Cavitation reviews from Natural Smiles patients.
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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"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."
Mark F. - ★★★★★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
"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
Cavitation FAQ
Questions about cavitation surgery in St. Petersburg.
Answers to common questions about cavitations, diagnosis and surgery.
A pocket of bone that has broken down at an old extraction or root canal site, often invisible on standard X-rays. The clinical term is fatty degenerative osteonecrosis of the jawbone, FDOJ.
With 3D CBCT imaging, read alongside your dental and health history. Old extraction and root canal sites get mapped in bone detail.
Surgical cleanout of the dead bone, ozone disinfection of the site, and LPRF healing drawn from your own blood, antibiotic-free in most cases. About ozone.
Yes. Cavitation cases are among the most common reasons patients fly in, and the apartment above the clinic makes surgery and follow-up one trip. Plan a visit.
Costs follow the site count and complexity read from the scan. A written estimate arrives before any scheduling.
Schedule
Cavitation 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.