About Us
All professionals at Randall Lawson, DDS maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in the medical field. Read on to learn more about our staff’s experience and training. To schedule an appointment, please give us a call at (217) 245-5319 today.
Randall Lawson D.D.S.
Dr. Lawson was born in Jacksonville and grew up just a few miles away in Winchester. His father was Ken Lawson, a well-known Illinois State police trooper and his mother, a registered nurse, still resides in Winchester. A graduate of Winchester Community High School in 1977 he went on to attend Illinois College where he graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Chemistry in 1981. Next stop was Chicago where he attended The University of Illinois Chicago earning the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1985. After a brief stint as an associate dentist in the Chicago area Dr. Lawson purchased the practice of retiring dentist Raymond Templin. Then in 1998 he purchased his current office from retiring dentist Robert Herr. Special interests in the dental field for Dr. Lawson include implants and dental treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and he has taken over 100 hours of special training in these areas.
Dr. Lawson and his wife, Mary Anne, reside in Jacksonville where they raised their two children – Naomi and Nathaniel. Naomi resides in Plano, Texas and Nathan is in the Denver area. They are active members of Salem Lutheran Church and enjoy reading, movies (at the theatre) and traveling. Their newest interest is their grandson, Naomi’s son Elijah born in February of 2021.
Our Staff
Tonya R.
Dental Hygienist
I am a licensed Dental Hygienist and graduated from the Dental Hygiene program in Godfrey, Illinois, in December 2008. College Avenue Dental is my first Dental Hygiene position since graduation. I feel very fortunate to have found a warm, caring, and knowledgeable practice to begin my career. The team here at College Avenue Dental strives to deliver high quality oral care while treating all patients like family. I find my job very rewarding and look forward to the many years to grow and learn as a part of this team.
My husband and I are blessed to have 5 wonderful children who we are very proud of. Our new love is spending time with our grandchildren. I enjoy shopping, traveling, and being with family and friends.
Jennifer
Dental Hygienist
I am very excited to be a part of the College Avenue Dental team. I graduated in December 2009 from the Dental Hygiene Program in Godfrey, Il. I have spent my first 8 years in the dental field in Southern, IL and I am very fortunate to be here in a great community and closer to home. I love helping people understand the importance of oral health while helping them find their smile.
My husband and I enjoy our country home with our 3 dogs. When I’m not at work I enjoy being outside in the garden, on the farm or mud racing with my husband.
Aubrey H.
Dental Assistant
I am a 2019 graduate of M.T.I in Springfield. I have loved dentistry since day one and am very thankful to be apart of this amazing team. ‘ A smile is happiness you’ll find right under your nose.’
When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with family, kayaking, or drinking a nice cup of coffee.
Becky C.
Dental Assistant
I have been a dental assistant since graduating from Lincoln Land in 1987. I started here at College Avenue Dental in December of 2019 and I’m excited to be part of this wonderful team who strives to make everyone’s visit a positive experience.
In my free time I enjoy camping, boating , planting flower’s and spending time outdoors with my husband and our two kids.
Luanne C.
Administration – Scheduling Coordinator
I am the scheduling coordinator here at College Avenue Dental. My background in customer service has helped me prepare for a position working with patients.
I enjoy working in Jacksonville. It is a community town and the team here is wonderful. When I’m not here, I enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, and gardening.
Mary Anne (Dr. Lawson’s Wife)
Administration – Part-time Front-desk
I currently enjoy working part-time helping the staff at the front desk. Dr. Lawson and I have two grown children. My daughter is a Nurse in Little Elm, Texas and my son is a Computer Software Engineer at Intelex and live in Denver Colorado.
I have been present in my husband’s practice for many years and I am very proud of him and the care he provides for his patients. He and his staff are all part of the most wonderful, caring team of dental professions.
In our free time, we enjoy spending time together traveling, going to the movies, and events in our hometown of Jacksonville, Illinois. We also enjoy being involved in activities at Salem Lutheran Church and School.
Kelsey S.
Financial Coordinator
I am the Financial Coordinator here at College Avenue Dental. My background includes insurance, medical and dental billing, as well as office management. I am very fortunate to work with such a great group of people so close to home that strives so hard to make what could be a ‘scary’ experience, enjoyable.
When I am not working, I can be found chasing two very active, but cute, children.
