While were committed to providing prompt treatment, we dont rush patients. We take the time to evaluate their current oral health conditions, explore surgical solutions, and make sure we pick the right treatment for each individual patients needs. Once patients feel completely confident in their treatment plan, well complete the process as efficiently as possible.
New Frontier Oral Surgery has created an office environment that is stress free, comfortable, and relaxing. Patients tell us they dont even feel like theyre at a dental office, and thats just the way we like it. We want our patients to feel right at home.
Dr. Karpovck was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan and completed his undergraduate studies in Chemistry and pre-Medicine. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree at Oral Roberts University School of Dentistry in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Following dental school, Dr. Karpovck completed a four year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans. During those four years, he trained extensively in all surgical corrections of facial deformities and plastic surgery procedures. He developed a close relationship with specialists in prosthetics for the placement of dentures, crowns, and bridges with dental implants.
For an additional two years, Dr. Karpovck continued his education at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry to receive a certificate in the specialty of Orthodontics. Dr. Karpovck is a Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and is certified in Basic and Advanced Life Support. Dr. Karpovck is the only dual specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial and Orthodontics in the State of Florida.
Although Dr. Karpovck enjoys practicing the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery he has a special interest in complex dental implant surgery, especially those involving bone graft reconstruction.
One thing that makes patients hesitate before receiving dental implant supported tooth replacement is the thought of waiting several weeks or months between implant placement and smile restoration. This is especially true for patients in need of a more complex prosthetic such as partial and full dentures. Thats why we offer patients temporary overdentures and overpartials that can typically be worn immediately following implant placement. These custom crafted restorations protect the implantation sites, and help preserve patients oral health, ability to consume a varied diet, and clarity of speech. Once the dental implants have time to fuse with the gums and jawbone, well attach a fixed or removable partial or full denture custom crafted for each patient. This makes the dental implant placement and restoration process much more feasible.
Dental implants are small, titanium posts that mimic the function of tooth roots. Implanted below the gums, these titanium posts are versatile enough to support any number of replacement teeth. Unlike more traditional tooth replacement methods, dental implant supported tooth replacement allows patients to replace the entire lost tooth structure roots and crowns without relying on support from healthy teeth and gums that may be damaged or weakened when supporting replacement teeth.
Third molars, commonly referred to as wisdom teeth, are often extracted because they pose a threat to the overall state of patients oral health. Many people do not have adequate space in their smile line to accommodate this final set of teeth. The result is shifting teeth, inability of the wisdom teeth to erupt from the gums (impaction), and other oral health concerns. Rather than undergo complex procedures to accommodate these unnecessary teeth, we typically remove them to prevent issues from arising.
Many young patients experience impaction, the inability of a tooth to erupt from the gums, as their primary or adult teeth develop. For children who experience impaction in their primary canine teeth, well surgically remove the baby tooth and place a guide that encourages the adult tooth to develop and erupt naturally. If children do not have impaction of their primary canines, they may still have on or more impacted adult canine teeth. When this happens, we perform a combination of surgeries and orthodontic treatments to guide the tooth into the proper position within the smile.
Patients may need jaw surgery for a variety of reasons. Following traumatic injury, the jawbone or muscles may need to be reconstructed to restore function. Jaw surgery may be necessary to prepare patients to receive dental implants. One of the most common jaw surgeries offered are treatments for patients suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. The TMJ are tiny joints connecting the jaw to the skull. When these are strained or damaged, the result is pain, limited jaw mobility, and other concerns. In some cases, surgical treatment is necessary to relieve TMJ pain and renew function.
Sometimes referred to as root end surgery, apicoectomies are performed as a last effort to save teeth following a failed root canal procedure. Root canals are necessary when damage or decay affects the interior layer of the tooth known as the pulp.
A root canal removes the pulp and nerve of the tooth, replaces it with a biocompatible material, and reseals the treated tooth. In some cases, additional decay or damage may happen for a number of reasons:
In these and any other instances where a root canal procedure is not completely successful, an apicoectomy can be performed to save the tooth. Rather than drilling through the top of the tooth as is done to remove decayed tissue during a root canal, we remove the tip of one of the tooth roots and extract damaged tissue from below. We then refill the tooth and restore the root tip.
Frenotomies, sometimes referred to as tongue tie surgery, is a procedure where we remove a small amount of excess soft tissue connecting the tongue to the bottom of the mouth, known as the frenum. In most patients, this connective tissue gives them the ability to control their tongue movement for clear speech, but if there is an excess of tissue, the tongue may not be able to move freely as patients speak, chew, and swallow. This can be uncomfortable, but more importantly, it can make daily activities difficult or impossible. During a frenotomy, we carefully remove a precise section of the frenum to improve mobility without impeding patients ability to control the motion of their tongues. Most patients undergo these procedures at a very young age, and we take the utmost care to provide gentle treatment for these young patients.
Whether patients have experienced facial trauma, have difficulty with regular daily functions due to irregularities of oral and facial structures, or are simply unhappy with the shape of their face, we offer a variety of cosmetic facial surgeries to renew or enhance facials structures. Our team takes the cosmetic ramification of any surgical procedure into consideration before beginning a treatment plan, and some of the most popular facial cosmetic surgeries we perform include the following:
Patients who suffer from sleep apnea, the unconscious cessation of breathing while asleep, know how detrimental this sleep disorder can be to their health. Patients who experience chronic sleep apnea often are exhausted, have elevated blood pressure, struggle to concentrate, and may even experience memory loss. While a visit to a dentist or oral surgeon for sleep apnea treatment isnt necessarily patients first instinct, we are uniquely qualified to treat these disorders as many of them stem from airway blockage due to bite misalignment or improper function in the oral and facial regions.
We offer a full spectrum of Surgical Anesthesia services to ensure patients are free from pain, relaxed, and comfortable throughout even the most complex surgical treatments. From mild local anesthesia to fully unconscious general anesthesia, we have the training and certifications to safely perform any level of sedation in our Lady Lake, FL dentistry practice. Dont hesitate to ask our team about your Surgical Anesthesia options before we begin treatment.
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Rating 3.7 out of 5 based on 90 reviews
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a year ago
Dr. K is great. He took time going over the procedure, answered all questions and put us at ease. My wife is doing great. I would recommend this Dr.
Dennis Amaral
a year ago
"First I want to thank Dr Karpovck and his staff for everything they do". I needed a procedure done by a Oral Surgeon and that's when I had the pleasure on meeting Dr Karpovck and his staff. First I would like to say that I'm always uncomfortable when I'm in a Dr office, but I must say from the day of my consultation visit to the procedure day I was treated very friendly and with respect which made feel even more comfortable . My consultation with Dr Karpovck was great as he showed his sense of humor which made me more relaxed and comfortable , he also showed to be very knowledgeable when discussing my medical procedure. The day of the procedure they explained everything as they were getting me ready and always asking how I was feeling and checking on me. The procedure went great and I would Highly recommend Dr Karpovck and his medical staff to anybody that needs a friendly and knowledgeable Oral Surgeon . Dr Karpovck again I want to thank you and your staff for everything "You Guys Are Awesome and thanks for everything you do "If I could've given you a ten I would because that's how you made me feel and deserve
Ashley Moore
a year ago
The lady at the front desk needs to go. Anytime I have called that office she is extremely rude and hangs up. I don't know how she has made it this long. She definitely gives the office a bad name.
Pam Goff
a year ago
Everyone here is AMAZING! I was able to get next day appointment I felt very comfortable & welcomed. Please don't go by the bad reviews try them for yourself You will NOT be disappointed! I'm very thankful for Frontier Oral Surgery! Dr.K ROCKS!!
ed mandel
a year ago
This is a excellent place to have any kind of work done . Doctor Karpovck is very through explaning procedes you might need and answering any questions you have pretaing to them. Excellant Doctor
Shirley Rutledge
a year ago
I had a great experience yesterday. The office is warm and inviting.The staff was polite and friendly,Dr was professional and explained everything.My tooth was out in no time.
Andrew Medvedovsky
a year ago
Great practice. Dr k is excellent, thorough, and takes his time. Great service to accommodate busy schedule and provide excellent care. Office is very nice and unique decor makes the experience very pleasant under the circumstances.
Miki
a year ago
My husband had two extractions performed by Dr. Karpovck and cannot stop talking about how great his experience with this office has been. The doctor and staff are both professional and personable and ensured that my husband was comfortable during and after treatment. During my husband's procedure, as my son and I waited in the comfortable waiting room, the staff would periodically check in on us to see if we needed anything. We felt more like family than customers/patients.
Tom Seager
a year ago
I'm 70 years old and my biggest fear is dental work. With that being said I obviously allowed a tooth to decay far enough where it was completely fractured into the bone. The doctor and his staff were very organized and methodical which made it easier for me. They put me to sleep as we engaged in small talk and the next I remember is stuffing me into the car for the ride home. I had very little pain for the next 24 hours, and minor bleeding. On day 3 I returned to a normal diet. I highly recommend Frontier Oral Surgery and would return if it becomes necessary.
Peg Adkison
2 years ago
If you can ever call a visit to an oral surgery pleasant this was It. Dr. K and his assistant were kind and caring, explained everything, and put me at ease. Even gave my sleepy driver coffee which she appreciated. Thank you!
Deanna Smith
2 years ago
The lady at the front desk is extremely rude. She called to go over preop with me and to collect a consult fee. She told me the fee was $75 yet she charged my credit card $100. When I asked why the difference she got very angry with me and and said she could reschedule my appointment to another day if I was not prepared to pay. I explained that I was prepared to pay and would like to keep my appt. She continued to talk extremely rough to me. I explain to her that all I was asking is why the difference in the consult fee from 75 to 100. She told me that she was going to refund me the consult fee and cancel my appointment. I feel really sorry for the dentist with someone at the front desk like her running all the patients away. I would love to speak with the Dentist himself.
jim morgan
2 years ago
outstanding, staff, doc k, very professional, puts patient at ease.
John English
2 years ago
A disgrace ...stay away...insurance frauds
Adamska Ocelot
2 years ago
This business really made me feel comfortable and at home. Friendly staff that takes you in like family right off the bat and they do their best to work with your needs, finances and insurance. After being here I can't imagine getting my dental work done anywhere else. Call these folks up and see for yourself! They managed to fit me in fairly quick and worked with my schedule with little hassle. I wasn't just a number here, the people care about you and their field with some passion. Save yourself some grief, give Frontier a call and see for yourself!
Andrea Price
2 years ago
This is the absolute best dentist/oral surgeon! If you are looking to be treated well and get an appointment pretty much immediately this is the place for you. Thank you New Frontier Oral Surgery & Spa.
Shirley Roulo
2 years ago
I have had two separate procedures for implants over the period of several years. Both times had great success and good experience with Dr. Karpovck and his gracious staff.
Debbie Wallace
2 years ago
Dr. Karpovck and staff are great! Lori has gone out of her way to make sure my insurance was going to pay their part of my treatments. I needed to have a tooth pulled and knew I would need an implant. I have the tooth removed in September, and they waited until January so my insurance would cover it. I am in the process of having 2 implants the Dr. Karpovck has explained each and every step a long the way. I highly recommend this office.
Arianna Munoz
2 years ago
This office is a rip off. They made me pay total amount of $1800 Susan said that was the office policy and they would refund me after my insurance paid. My insurance paid $1200 and deductible was $600. Susan from the off now refuses to return my money. Refuses to pick up my phones call. If anyone has problems like this file BBB complaints that's the only way to stop these crocks. They now got paid twice. I have to fight with insurance company to get my money bank. THIS IS INSURANCE FRAUD.
halfcabking
2 years ago
Very rude people. They are "Not here to talk, here for surgery" . Or atleast that's one of the things said to my 99 year old grandfather yesterday. Result, we walked out. There was many jobs taken at our character and lots of talk of how the nurses thought the dr was sexist
Scott Modesitt
2 years ago
Tried to make a second visit this year for more work to be done. Acted like i was wasting their time and rude. Will definitely go elsewhere now.
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