Dr. Karpovck began his training at the University of Detroit, where he graduated with honors from the Bachelor of Arts program in 1980. He then received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and trained over four years extensively in all aspects of dentistry as well as implantology. Starting in 1984, Dr. Karpovck spent four years at Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, and received his certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. During those four years, he trained extensively in all phases of maxillofacial surgery including reconstruction of the jaws, oral pathology, surgical correction of facial deformities and plastic surgery.

Dr. Karpovck was the recipient of several honors during his academic career, and he has been involved in a variety of research projects concerning temporomandibular joint disorders and the placement of bone grafts for reconstruction of the jaws. He has contributed to the education of fellow colleagues through training in oral implantology and maxillofacial cosmetic procedures. He is certified by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and is a continuing member of that association. He also is certified by the American Association of Orthodontists.