A Team Built Around Clear Answers
Meet the Team Behind the Pinewood Experience
At Pinewood Dentistry and Implants, our team is built around one simple idea: patients deserve to understand what is going on, why it is happening, and what options make sense for their health.
With locations in Cumming and Sandy Springs, we provide modern dental care for families and adults who want clear answers, thoughtful treatment, and long-term confidence. Our doctors and team use photos, 3D scans, advanced technology, and plain-language explanations to help patients see what we see and make informed decisions.
From cleanings, same-day crowns, root canal therapy, and emergency dentistry to dental implants, full-arch implant rehabilitation, clear aligners, veneers, sedation dentistry, TMJ-focused care, airway-focused dentistry, and MARPE adult palatal expansion, our goal is to care for the whole person — not just one tooth at a time.
We call it high-tech treatment with old-school values: modern care, honest communication, and a team that wants every patient to feel heard, comfortable, and confident.
Meet The Doctor Dr. Lincoln Fantaski
Meet Dr. Lincoln Fantaski
Dr. Lincoln Fantaski considers himself a tooth nerd through and through. Long before dentistry, he was drawn to figuring out how things worked — building and fixing computers, working on cars, and solving mechanical problems. That same curiosity now shapes the way he approaches dentistry: looking beyond one tooth at a time to understand how a patient’s smile, bite, airway, and long-term health all work together.
Dr. Fantaski attended Georgia Tech for his undergraduate education and earned his dental degree from the Dental College of Georgia, where he graduated near the top of his class. During dental school, he became fascinated with digital dentistry and the way technology could improve both clinical outcomes and the patient experience.
Today, Dr. Fantaski focuses on dental implants, oral surgery, full-arch implant treatment, airway-focused dentistry, MARPE adult palatal expansion, and complex restorative care. He uses digital photography, 3D imaging, intraoral scanning, and guided workflows to help patients understand what is happening, why it may be happening, and what options make sense.
He is especially passionate about education, both for patients and for other clinicians. Whether he is reviewing photos with a patient, explaining a treatment plan, lecturing nationally and internationally to dentists, or refining digital workflows, his goal is the same: make dentistry clearer, more predictable, and more connected to each patient’s long-term health.
Dr. Fantaski is involved in organized dentistry and continuing education, with interests in implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, CAD/CAM dentistry, and same-day digital workflows. He has also served as a mentor and trainer in CEREC same-day dentistry, helping other clinicians use digital scanning and milling technology more effectively.
Outside the office, Dr. Fantaski enjoys listening to vinyl records, constantly tweaking his koi pond, traveling, snowboarding, and fixing cars.
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Meet The Doctor Dr. Gary T. Bishop
Meet Dr. Gary T. Bishop
Born and raised in the mountains of Northeast Georgia, Dr. Gary Bishop brings a steady, down-to-earth approach to patient care. He is known for building strong connections with patients and helping them feel comfortable, heard, and cared for throughout their visits.
Dr. Bishop earned his undergraduate degree from North Georgia University, where he graduated cum laude with a Bachelor’s in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Dental College of Georgia in Augusta.
Dr. Bishop focuses on general dentistry, restorative dentistry, same-day crowns, root canal treatment, and helping patients preserve their natural teeth whenever possible. He enjoys solving everyday dental problems in a practical, thoughtful way — whether that means repairing a broken tooth, treating tooth pain, replacing old dentistry, or helping a patient get back to a healthier, more comfortable smile.
Certified in sedation dentistry, Dr. Bishop offers additional options for patients who feel anxious or need extra support during treatment. He uses modern technology, including CEREC same-day crown technology, to make many restorative visits more efficient and convenient.
Patients appreciate Dr. Bishop’s calm presence, careful explanations, and genuine desire to help. His goal is to provide dependable, comfortable care that improves oral health, restores function, and helps patients feel confident about their next step.
Outside the office, Dr. Bishop enjoys working on truck and muscle car projects, training in the gym, reading, hiking, traveling, and spending time with his family.
Meet The Doctor Dr. Katie Fadler
Dr. Katie Fadler believes dentistry is about more than creating a nice smile — it is about helping patients feel comfortable, function well, and improve their quality of life. Her approach is shaped by her interest in TMJ concerns, myofascial pain, bite function, clear aligners, sleep medicine, and restorative dentistry.
A native of Alpharetta, Georgia, Dr. Katie earned her undergraduate degree from Georgia College and State University before completing her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the Dental College of Georgia. During dental school, she was involved in organized dentistry, dental education, and community service, including a dental mission trip to Haiti.
Dr. Katie has pursued additional training in TMJ care, myofascial pain, Invisalign, SureSmile, sleep medicine, and CEREC same-day dentistry. After experiencing jaw trauma earlier in life, she became especially passionate about helping patients understand how the teeth, bite, muscles, joints, and airway can all work together.
Patients appreciate Dr. Katie’s thoughtful, supportive approach and her desire to help them feel heard and comfortable. Her goal is to create an environment where patients understand their options and feel confident moving forward with care that supports comfort, function, esthetics, and long-term health.
Outside the office, Dr. Katie and her husband, Dr. Bishop, enjoy spending time with their daughters, weightlifting, traveling, and visiting AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums.
Meet The Doctor Dr. Urvi Ruparelia
Dr. Urvi Ruparelia is a general and cosmetic dentist who loves helping patients feel confident in their smiles while preserving what makes their smile unique. She believes great cosmetic dentistry should look natural, feel personal, and support long-term oral health.
Dr. Urvi grew up just outside Atlanta and earned her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Her interest in dentistry began through her own experiences in the dental chair, where she saw how art, science, medicine, and service could come together to improve someone’s health and confidence.
She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she graduated near the top of her class. After dental school, Dr. Urvi completed advanced postgraduate training through the University of Washington General Practice Residency program, providing care for patients of all ages, including medically complex and special-needs patients.
Her clinical interests include general dentistry, minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry, restorative treatment, clear aligners, airway therapy, smile transformations, and patient-centered comprehensive care. She is passionate about helping patients understand their options and tailoring treatment to their goals, health, and comfort.
Patients appreciate Dr. Urvi’s kindness, honesty, and ability to make dental visits feel positive and approachable. Her goal is to build lasting relationships and help each patient feel heard, understood, and confident in their care.
Outside the office, Dr. Urvi enjoys being outdoors, hiking, rock climbing, traveling, spending time with her family and friends, and exploring restaurants and parks around the Roswell and Alpharetta area.
Meet The Doctor Dr. Bryan Scalf
Dr. Bryan Scalf, DMD, is a dedicated and compassionate dentist at Pinewood Dentistry, committed to delivering personalized, high-quality dental care to patients of all ages. Originally from Virginia, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from James Madison University before completing his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at Virginia Commonwealth University. To further expand his clinical expertise, Dr. Scalf completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Virginia, where he received advanced training in treating complex dental conditions and medically compromised patients.
Dr. Scalf believes that exceptional dental care begins with building strong patient relationships through open communication and education. He takes the time to explain treatment options in a clear, easy-to-understand way, helping patients feel informed and confident about their oral health decisions. His clinical interests include restorative dentistry, CEREC same-day crowns, dental bridges, root canal therapy, dental implants, tooth extractions, and bone grafting. By focusing on the underlying causes of dental issues—not just the symptoms—Dr. Scalf strives to create healthy, functional, and long-lasting smiles while ensuring every patient enjoys a comfortable and positive dental experience.
