We are an endodontic office whose main goal is to provide top quality endodontic treatment outcomes while also treating our patients to a professional, comfortable, and stress-free endodontic experience. We strive to negate the old adage This is as much fun as a root canal. After your treatment in our office, we want your new reply to be That old adage isnt true if you go see Dr. Howard and Dr. Camba!
We are conveniently located in the Forsyth Professional Park off Peachtree Parkway in Cumming, GA, just south of South Forsyth High School and The Collection at Forsyth shopping mall. Our convenient Peachtree Parkway location is easily accessible to patients in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, and Sugar Hill.
Dr. Cameron Howard is originally from Marietta, GA. He attended Furman University (Greenville, SC) on a full scholarship, and graduated with a B.S. in Biochemistry. Continuing his studies, Dr. Howard earned his D.M.D. at the University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY) and graduated with High Distinction as Class President.
For his endodontic training, Dr. Howard attended Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale, FL) where he earned his Certificate in Endodontics and his Masters of Science in Dentistry. While in residency, Dr. Howard completed a surgical externship at the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (Barcelona, Spain). Dr. Howard has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals including The Journal of Endodontics.
Dr. Howard is very active within the American Association of Endodontics (AAE), having served as a Trustee on the AAE Foundation Board, a past Chairman of the Resident and New Practitioners Committee and a member of the Regenerative Endodontics Committee. Dr. Howard currently serves as a member of the AAE Annual Session Planning Committee and is a member of the Georgia Dental Association and the Hinman Dental Society. He earned his Board Certification in Endodontics in 2013. He has performed over 28,000 root canal treatments in his clinical career.
Dr. Camba was born and raised in Augusta, GA. He attended college at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry with High Honor. Following college, he attended dental school at the Dental College of Georgia (formerly MCG/GRU) where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. He was honored to graduate with the American Association of Endodontists Student Achievement Award in Endodontics and the American Equilibration Society Outstanding Senior Award. Following dental school, Dr. Camba completed a general practice residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle where he received advanced training with medically complex patients, surgical procedures, sedations, and hospital dentistry. He then returned to the Dental College of Georgia for his specialty training in Endodontics where he served as chief resident and was awarded the Dr. Connie L. Drisko Dental Resident Professionalism Award. He performed research on calcium hydroxide and irrigation which has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at the AAE annual meeting. His professional affiliations include memberships in the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, and Hinman Dental Society. Dr. Camba is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics having earned his board certification in 2021. In his free time, Dr. Camba enjoys soccer, golf, exercising, concerts, traveling, dining, cheering on his Atlanta sports teams, and spending time with family and friends.
Melissa is originally from northern Ohio, but has lived in the Cumming area for the past 12 years. She entered the dental field as a dental assistant and graduated at the top of her class. She had such an impact on the dentist and his instructors that she was asked to return to teach as an instructor. She enjoys giving back to the program that gave her so much knowledge into helping dental patients. Endodontics is her favorite specialty and has assisted in hundreds of root canals and retreatments.
Melissa has volunteered her time with Dentistry from the Heart that gives free dental care to those in need. Along with participating in the PTA, she also coaches Girls on the Run and is a kickboxing instructor. In addition to spending time with her family, Melissa can be found reading a good book or at the lake with friends.
Robin relocated from Massachusetts to the Johns Creek area in 2002. She is a graduate of the Gwinnett Technical College Dental Assisting Program. Her previous experience is in general dentistry. She is very excited to be a part of the Pinnacle team and has a strong desire to learn the specialized field of endodontics.
Tawanna graduated from Concorde Career Institute with a degree in Dental Assisting in 2012. She worked in the field of Endodontics in Tampa, FL before moving to Georgia and brings a wealth of knowledge and care to Pinnacle Endodontics. She understands the patients concerns when they hear the word root canal. Her desire is to make the patients feel valued and comfortable from the moment they enter the front door. She enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with her 3 daughters and is happy to be joining the Pinnacle family.
Sheila is a native of Long Island New York and she moved to Georgia in 2015. She brings her 23 years of Endodontic knowledge and experience to the Pinnacle Team. Her desire is to treat all patients with Kindness and Respect so they may have the best possible experience causing them to leave with smiling faces. Yes, even after a Root Canal. She loves being with her husband and two daughters and going on long walks with their new puppy.
Garrett is from Redding, California and came to North Georgia in 2016. He finds it fulfilling to foster strong relationships with his patients and to see them leave happier and healthier than when they arrived at Pinnacle. He has a dental assisting degree from Fortis College in Orange Park, Florida. He worked in General Dentistry and in a dental laboratory before coming to Pinnacle. He brings great dental knowledge and experience to our Pinnacle Team. When not at work, Garrett likes to spend time with his wife and daughter, exercise and ride motorcycles.
Shante was born and raised in Monterey, CA and relocated to Northern Georgia in 2014. She brings 11 years of experience in both Endodontics and Oral Surgery to the Pinnacle Family. Shante enjoys patient interaction and helping to create a pleasant experience for our patients. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons.
Jade is originally from Phoenix Arizona. She recently moved to the Cumming area at the end of 2019. She graduated from the Phoenix College Dental Assisting program and received her Associates in Applied Science Dental Assisting. In AZ she volunteered at AZMom which is a nonprofit organization that gives the less fortunate a chance to have their dental work done at no charge. Her favorite thing about this field is watching the patients leave with a smile on their face because theyve had such a great experience. Outside of work, she likes taking her dog Sosa on walks and is enjoying experiencing this new state she calls home.
Erin is a native of North Georgia. She attended the Dental Assistant School of Atlanta in 2019 and quickly found an interest in the specialty of Endodontics. She is very excited to be part of the Pinnacle team! Erin is dedicated to helping to ensure that each patients experience is a positive one and that they leave with a smile on their face. In her free time, Erin enjoys spending time with her son, photography, gardening and yoga.
Calee is originally from Tucson, Arizona and relocated to North Georgia in 2021. She graduated from the university of Arizona with a Bachelors of Science in Physiology in 2018. Calee is new to the Endodontics field and is excited to be a part of the Pinnacle team. One of her favorite aspects of working in the field is interacting with patients and working with them to get their needs met. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and baking, hiking, going to concerts, volunteering at animal rehabs/rescues, and traveling.
Karina is originally from Puerto Rico but relocated to Georgia 3 years ago. Karina entered the healthcare field as a medical assistant, but an awesome opportunity into the dental field, made her take another path. Pinnacle has been a blessing for her professional and personal growth. Karina loves music, dancing and spending time with her husband and their twin daughters.