Markarian Orthodontics

Markarian Orthodontics Markarian Orthodontics has two offices conveniently located in Swansea and O'Fallon Illinois.

For over two decades, Dr. Randall Markarian has devoted himself to orthodontic excellence. Markarian Orthodontics strives to provide its patients with outstanding orthodontic care. With his innovation and knowledgeable staff, his patients receive personalized care. Markarian Orthodontics paves the way for patients to achieve smiles that will last a lifetime.

Today was a special day that reminds me why I love what I do. A former patient and intern returned to the office as a se...
07/29/2025

Today was a special day that reminds me why I love what I do. A former patient and intern returned to the office as a second year dental student. Sabrina is one of over 20 former patients that have worked for me as interns then gone on to dental school. I am very proud of all of them. Sabrina happened to have the photo that we took when her braces were placed almost a decade ago. While I see myself as in the sunset of my career, it’s a pleasure to see the next generation of dentist excited for the future. With the former patients of mine that have ventured into the profession, I can see that the future of dentistry, and the public’s well being, are in capable hands!

Headed off again!  This time to Boston for the ADA board meeting and a tour of our new research facility for ADA Forsyth...
04/24/2025

Headed off again! This time to Boston for the ADA board meeting and a tour of our new research facility for ADA Forsyth Institute.

I’m back at my alma mater, Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, to give a presentation to the orthodo...
04/11/2025

I’m back at my alma mater, Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, to give a presentation to the orthodontic study club. It’s the first time since I stopped teaching 25 years ago that I have talked about orthodontics to dental students and I am very excited!

I love to travel to Washington DC every spring for  dentist and student lobby days. We always learn a lot and do some in...
04/01/2025

I love to travel to Washington DC every spring for dentist and student lobby days. We always learn a lot and do some incredible things while in DC to protect the public and make sure oral health is front and center on the minds of our government officials. One thing I don’t always show is just how beautiful Washington DC is. I’ll post more@later about what we accomplished.

As an orthodontist, one of the most rewarding parts of my job is to impact a patient’s life by changing their smile into...
03/27/2025

As an orthodontist, one of the most rewarding parts of my job is to impact a patient’s life by changing their smile into something they are proud of and helps them become the confident individual they should be. Over the years, I have found something that makes me even more proud of the impact I’ve had on patients. After 30 years in practice, I have had at least 22 former patients go on to dental school. Many of them participated in the Markarian Stars summer internship program we have. This fall, Christine and Rahof will be entering dental school and 5 former patients will be in the process of becoming dentists and colleagues. I couldn’t be more proud of them. Congratulations and good luck!

Last weekend I had the privilege of attending the Ohio Dental Association Leadership Conference in Columbus, Ohio, at th...
03/26/2025

Last weekend I had the privilege of attending the Ohio Dental Association Leadership Conference in Columbus, Ohio, at the invitation of fellow ADA trustee .chopra. It was an incredible experience to make new friends and visit with many old friends. Thank you ODA for being such gracious hosts!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  What a great surprise today, a giant shamrock rice crispy treat!  Thank you Katelyn for thinki...
03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! What a great surprise today, a giant shamrock rice crispy treat! Thank you Katelyn for thinking of us!

Day two in Chicago and as I look across from my room to the  building, I get sad for leaving behind a part of our histor...
02/22/2025

Day two in Chicago and as I look across from my room to the building, I get sad for leaving behind a part of our history, then I think about how the move to the new space will suit our needs better and carry us forward as an organization.

Good morning Chicago!  I’m ready for another amazing Chicago Midwinter Meeting. Today I’ll mostly be in meetings with . ...
02/21/2025

Good morning Chicago! I’m ready for another amazing Chicago Midwinter Meeting. Today I’ll mostly be in meetings with . Thank you for hosting such a great meeting every year!

Finally after too many months away due to the fire in the Spring Valley Dental building, we are back in our O’Fallon off...
02/12/2025

Finally after too many months away due to the fire in the Spring Valley Dental building, we are back in our O’Fallon office! We are 95+% functional. The rest will be done by next week. Thank you to all of my patients for their patience during this time.

I love Christmas! And today at Markarian Orthodontics we got an early present: the newest, state of the art, iTero Lumin...
12/19/2024

I love Christmas! And today at Markarian Orthodontics we got an early present: the newest, state of the art, iTero Lumina scanner. I’m so excited to start using it on patients. It’s faster, with a smaller camera to get those perfect 3D scans of the teeth for better Invisalign (and our in-office MVP Aligner) results and better retainer fit.

Happy Thanksgiving! I have so much to be grateful for, especially after the whirlwind of the past two weeks. Between tra...
11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! I have so much to be grateful for, especially after the whirlwind of the past two weeks. Between traveling for ADA and ISDS, one team member breaking her ankle, and another going on maternity leave earlier than expected, it’s been a challenging time. But I’m incredibly thankful for my wonderful, understanding patients and an amazing former employee who stepped in to save the day. A huge shoutout to April—a true blast from the past—for coming back to help us when we needed it most. I can’t express how much I appreciate her support yesterday (and for at least another week!).

Wishing everyone a joyful day filled with family, friends, and gratitude. Take a moment to reflect on the special people in your life who make everything brighter.

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10 Park Place
Swansea, IL
62226

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

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