Dr. Flavius Popescu, DDS, is the owner and lead dentist at Elysium Dental in Naples, FL. With expertise in both general and holistic dentistry, he offers a comprehensive range of services, including IV sedation, All-on-X implants, wisdom tooth extractions, Invisalign, and laser dentistry. Dr. Popescu is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care in a calming, patient-focused environment, always tailored to each individual's needs and goals.
A graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Dr. Popescu is passionate about continuing education, completing over 100 hours of advanced training each year. His ongoing studies span prestigious institutions such as the Midwest Implant Institute, Dawson Academy (Occlusion and TMJ mini-residency), the Steve Buchanan Endodontic Mini-Residency, Naples Institute of Implant Dentistry, and the Advanced Prosthetics Institute in Arizona. He is certified in IV sedation through DOCS and has spent countless hours training with leading experts in implants and TMJ care.
Dr. Popescu is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, a Dawson Scholar, a certified Invisalign provider, and an active member of the American Dental Association.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Popescu enjoys quality time with his wife and practice partner, Dr. Lavinia Popescu, and their two daughters. Together, they enjoy discovering new restaurants and leading an active lifestyle that includes volleyball, soccer, and outdoor activities.
Dr. Lavinia Popescu brings a rich and unique blend of international experience, clinical excellence, and heartfelt care to her dental practice, having earned her first Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in Bucharest, Romania, before continuing her education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She thrives on excellence in her work and deeply values building genuine connections with her patients — believing that trust and comfort are essential to exceptional care.
With advanced training in implant dentistry, pediatric dentistry, high-technology dentistry, and endodontics, Dr. Popescu is committed to providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art care tailored to each patient’s needs. Her passion for dentistry was shaped early through mission work and global outreach, and she has dedicated her career to compassionate, high-quality care both at home in her community and abroad.
When she’s not crafting healthy smiles, Dr. Popescu enjoys spending time with her husband, Dr. Flavius Popescu, and their two daughters, Chloe and Eloise. She is a proud member of the Florida, North Carolina, and American Dental Associations.