Dr. Cecilio P. Po named a 2026 NJ Top Dentist

GPC Dental’s Dr. Cecilio P. Po has been recognized by NJ Top Dentists for 2026 based on merit. The honor highlights his clinical training, patient-centered approach and expanding services in Cedar Grove, New Jersey.

Why it matters: - The recognition spotlights a Cedar Grove dentist whose practice combines advanced training, minimally invasive care and expanded access for patients who may struggle to get traditional office visits. - The award also underscores growing demand for dentists who can pair technical expertise with comfort-focused treatment.

What happened: - NJ Top Dentists selected Dr. Cecilio P. Po of GPC Dental as a 2026 NJ Top Dentist based on merit. - The honor was announced in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, on Sept. 29, 2026. - NJ Top Dentists recognizes providers for exceptional skill, experience and dedication to patient care.

The details: - Dr. Po opened GPC Dental in 2011 after a first career in business. - He graduated from NYU Stern School of Business before working with investment banks and technology consulting firms. - He later earned his dental degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, now Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. - Dr. Po completed residency training at Overlook Hospital in Summit, New Jersey. - GPC Dental uses modern technology to improve efficiency and comfort during treatment. - Air polishing is used to remove stains and plaque while polishing teeth at the same time. - Patients describe Dr. Po as gentle and precise, especially with injections. - His laser dentistry training allows some fillings and other procedures to be completed without traditional drills or injections. - Dr. Po completed a two-year Implantology program at NYU. - He is BIOCLEAR-certified, which supports conservative cosmetic treatments that can be an alternative to crowns. - He treats TMJ disorders with Botox therapy. - Dr. Po completed IV Sedation certification at St. Joseph’s Medical Center. - GPC Dental plans to begin offering sedation dentistry for anxious or apprehensive patients. - Dr. Po is part of an elite Invisalign study group that includes many of the Top 1% Invisalign providers in the country. - GPC Dental is expanding portable dentistry for nursing homes, memory care communities and house calls. - The practice has also added a membership plan for patients without insurance. - Through the #BrushAmerica initiative, GPC Dental has donated more than 2,200 toothbrushes to Eva’s Village in Paterson and The Goodwill Rescue Mission in Newark.

Between the lines: - The award fits a broader strategy: GPC Dental is positioning itself as both a high-tech practice and a community-access provider. - Dr. Po’s mix of business training and advanced clinical credentials suggests a practice model built around efficiency, patient experience and specialty services. - The portable dentistry and membership offerings point to a push to serve patients who may be priced out or physically unable to visit a standard office.

What’s next: - GPC Dental expects to expand sedation dentistry for patients who need a lower-stress option. - Dr. Po says the practice will continue focusing on patient-centered care and access. - New patients can book by phone at 973-239-5400 or by email at office@gpcdental.com. - More information is available on the practice website and on Dr. Po’s NJ Top Docs profile.