Meet the Doctors
Our Orland Park doctors combine decades of clinical experience with an artistic eye for cosmetic and restorative dentistry, all backed by our in-house porcelain lab.
William J. Bennett III, DDS
Cosmetic & Family Dentist at Aesthetic Dentistry, Orland Park
Dr. William J. Bennett III is the third generation in his family to be involved in dentistry, a legacy stretching back nearly a century. Patients travel from across the country, and from outside the United States, for the cosmetic dental work he is recognized for.
Dr. Bennett operates a state-of-the-art in-office dental laboratory at the Orland Park practice, continually adding modern technologies, including 3D printers and mills, to keep the laboratory current. Crowns, bridges, and porcelain veneers are designed and fabricated on-site rather than sent to an outside lab. A licensed dental laboratory technician since 1978, Dr. Bennett brings a craftsman's eye to every restoration he creates.
Beyond clinical care, Dr. Bennett serves as a key opinion leader for several major dental manufacturers and lectures nationally on technology in dentistry. He has authored numerous publications across the dental field.
Dr. Bennett resides in the Southwest Suburban Palos area with his family.
What sets Dr. Bennett apart
- Three-generation family legacy in dentistry
- Clear Aligner Training
- Licensed dental laboratory technician since 1978
- National lecturer on technology in dentistry
- Key opinion leader for several dental manufacturers
- Published author in the dental field
Michelle Barrera, DDS
Cosmetic & Family Dentist at Aesthetic Dentistry, Orland Park
Dr. Michelle Barrera is devoted to making patients feel confident and proud of their smile. She loves seeing whole families in the office and is passionate about promoting lifelong oral health.
She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Iowa, where she studied art alongside her science coursework to strengthen the aesthetic eye that now informs her cosmetic dentistry. She went on to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2010 and was honored with the Award for Clinical Excellence upon graduation.
With a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Barrera is dedicated to creating beautiful smiles that enhance both appearance and confidence. She brings her artistic background in painting and drawing directly into the chair, using those skills to help create beautiful, natural-looking smiles.
What sets Dr. Barrera apart
- DDS, University of Illinois at Chicago (2010)
- Award for Clinical Excellence at graduation
- Background in fine art (painting and drawing)
- Expert in minimally invasive cosmetic procedures such as minimal prep veneers
- Clear Aligner Training
Alexander Hutnik, DMD
Cosmetic & Family Dentist at Aesthetic Dentistry, Orland Park
Dr. Alexander Hutnik is passionate about dentistry because it brings together many of the disciplines he enjoys most: medicine, engineering, artistry, and problem-solving. He finds every patient and every procedure unique, creating new challenges and opportunities to improve both oral health and quality of life. Helping patients navigate those challenges in a comfortable, supportive environment is one of the most rewarding aspects of his profession.
Dr. Hutnik earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois Chicago, graduating summa cum laude before attending Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Dental Medicine near St. Louis. He graduated in 2014 and was recognized with awards from both the Academy of Operative Dentistry and the Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. He has been a part of the Aesthetic Dentistry team since 2016.
While he enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, Dr. Hutnik has a particular interest in complex restorative procedures, endodontics, and cosmetic dentistry. He is also committed to improving access to dental care through school-based preventive programs that provide services to underserved children in the community.
A lifelong resident of the southwest suburbs, Dr. Hutnik grew up in Orland Park and now lives in New Lenox with his wife, two daughters, and their beloved bulldog, Rosie. Some longtime patients may even remember Rosie from her days “working” in the Frankfort office. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Hutnik enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, being outdoors, and exploring a variety of hobbies.
Dr. Hutnik’s goal is to build lasting relationships founded on trust, comfort, and open communication. He believes the best dental care comes from treating patients like family, providing consistent treatment, reliable guidance, and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Through those relationships, he strives to help every patient achieve lasting oral health and enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
What sets Dr. Hutnik apart
- Summa cum laude graduate, University of Illinois Chicago
- DMD, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Dental Medicine (2014)
- Awards from the Academy of Operative Dentistry and the Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
- Part of the Aesthetic Dentistry team since 2016
- Special interest in complex restorative procedures, endodontics, and cosmetic dentistry
- Lifelong southwest-suburbs resident who grew up in Orland Park
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