For General Dentists & Referring Providers

A Pediatric Partner You Can Trust with Your Youngest Patients

When your patient needs a specialist, whether it's anxiety, a complex case, or simply age, Astro Pediatric Dentistry in Fairfield, NJ is ready to step in. We'll keep you in the loop and send them right back to you.

BOARD-CERTIFIED
PEDIATRIC DENTIST

AGES 0-18

FAIRFIELD, NJ
ESSEX COUNTY

PROMPT CONSULTATION REPORTS

WHY PARTNER WITH ASTRO

The Referral Relationship your Patients Deserve

We built Astro to be a practice that earns your trust and your patient's—every single visit.

We Return Your Patients

Astro is a true specialty practice. We handle what's within our scope, then refer your patient back to you for their ongoing general care. No poaching.

You'll Always Know What We Found

We send prompt consultation reports and treatment summaries after every referred visit, so you stay informed without chasing us down.

Board-Certified Expertise

Dr. Cha earned ABPD board certification, the highest credential in pediatric dentistry, after a residency in a Level 1 trauma center.

Kids Actually Like Coming Here

Our entire practice is built around reducing dental fear. Children who visit Astro come back calmer—and more cooperative for you.

Specialty Services Under One Roof

Laser frenectomy, sedation, special needs care, minimally invasive techniques—we cover complex cases so you don't send patients to multiple specialists.

Same-Day Emergencies Welcome

When your pediatric patient needs urgent care, call us. We prioritize emergency appointments and will keep you updated throughout.

REFERRAL INDICATIONS

Cases We're Set Up to Handle

If any of these situations come up with a pediatric patient, Astro is ready to help. Refer with confidence.

Uncooperative or highly anxious children

Nitrous oxide or general anesthesia sedation

Tongue tie & lip tie (laser frenectomy)

Infant & toddler dental exams (ages 0–3)

Special needs
patients

Pediatric pulpotomy & pulpectomy

Stainless steel & zirconia crowns

Pediatric dental emergencies

Silver Diamine Fluoride & ICON infiltration

Space
maintainers

Orthodontic-related upper lateral buildups

Orthodontic
gingivectomy

Dr. Minsuk Cha, board-certified pediatric dentist at Astro Pediatric Dentistry
YOUR REFERRAL PARTNER

Dr. Minsuk Cha

DDS · BOARD-CERTIFIED PEDIATRIC DENTIST

A member of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, he specializes in behavior management, sedation, laser frenectomy, emergency care, and the treatment of patients with special needs.

Specialty areas:
ABPD Board-Certified · Sedation · Laser Frenectomy 
Special Needs · Emergencies · Ages 0–18

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THE REFERRAL PROCESS

Simple from Start to Finish

Referring takes just a few minutes. We take it from there and keep you posted every step of the way.

THE REFERRAL PROCESS

Simple from Start to Finish

Referring takes just a few minutes. We take it from there and keep you posted every step of the way.

Submit the Form

Fill out our online referral form with the patient's information, reason for referral, and any relevant clinical notes. Takes about 3 minutes.

We Contact Your Patient

Our team reaches out to the patient's family within one business day to schedule their appointment. Urgent cases are prioritized.

Patient Is Seen & Treated

The patient receives a full evaluation and any necessary treatment. We use child-friendly behavior techniques to make every visit positive.

Consultation Report Sent to You

You receive a detailed report of our findings, treatment provided, and recommendations. Your patient continues their general care with you.

Submit a Patient Referral

Complete this form and our team will contact the patient's family within one business day. For urgent cases, please call (973) 567-7774 directly.

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    Patient Information

    Referral Details

    GET IN TOUCH

    Questions? We're Easy to Reach.

    Our team is happy to discuss a case before you refer, coordinate care, or answer any questions.

    PHONE

    (973) 567-7774

    EMAIL

    info@astrodentalnj.com

    OFFICE

    437 Route 46, Suite 2
    Fairfield, NJ 07004

    Ready to book your child's first visit?

    New patients welcome. We can't wait to meet your little star.

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