Dental Program Overview

The HAAM Dental Program is a grant program for current HAAM members to get dental care (not dental insurance). Dental funding renewed January 1, 2025! We recommend going to the dentist early in the year as grant funding is available first come, first served.

The HAAM Dental program will cover up to one preventative checkup visit per member per year while grant funding remains. Additional appointments can be authorized for cavities, root canals, extractions, etc. Members can access up to $600 per year from available grant funds.

Please note: EACH dental appointment requires a NEW authorization in order to guarantee grant funds from HAAM to cover your appointment. Otherwise you will be responsible for payment at the HAAM discounted rate. 

Please fill out the form at the bottom of the page to request your dental authorization and reserve grant funding for your dental appointment.

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Oral hygiene and regular dental care are paramount to one’s overall health. Having access to the HAAM Dental Program gives musicians the ability to care for their oral health and prevent future health concerns. Not only does good oral health contribute to overall health, it also contributes to improved quality of life and a killer smile both on and off stage. The HAAM Dental Program is funded through a generous grant from the St. David’s Foundation and HAAM fundraising dollars. The goal of HAAM’s Dental Program is to provide preventive and restorative dental care to Austin’s professional musicians.

Dental Funding

  • Members may access up to $600 of dental care to use at one of HAAM’s Dental Providers while grant funding remains.

  • To stretch grant funding dollars, the HAAM Dental Program will only cover one preventative care appointment per year (ex: cleaning, x-rays and exam).

  • Please reach out to your dentist within 30 days of receiving your dental authorization. Grant funds are being held for your appointment.

  • Grant funds are reserved for musicians without dental insurance.

  • Funding renewals are determined by HAAM’s grant with the St. David’s Foundation. 

  • Funds are available on a first come, first served basis while grant dollars last and any remaining authorizations not used by the member expire at the end of the 12-month grant period on December 31st, 2025 unless voided sooner due to no appointment being scheduled.

Member Responsibilities & Acknowledgements

  • Public Health Dental Care: The HAAM Dental Program covers public health dental procedures aimed to promote oral health and prevent disease. The HAAM Dental program does not cover cosmetic work. 

  • Copay: HAAM Members are responsible for paying a $10 co-pay at each visit. 

  • HAAM Members shall be respectful of the HAAM Dental provider office by keeping and being on time for their appointments and being respectful and courteous to HAAM Dental Providers. 

  • Late arrival or late cancellations for appointments may subject the HAAM Member to fees as determined by the HAAM Dental Provider office. 

  • HAAM Members with repeated missed appointments and late cancellations may lose the opportunity to participate in the HAAM Dental Program.

  • Should a HAAM Member require dental work beyond the scope of practice of the HAAM Dental Provider, the member will complete the dental authorization form below and request to see a specialist.

  • Should a HAAM Member need treatment that exceeds the $600 limit, they may consider applying for MusiCares, which provides grants to help musicians in financial need. 

    • Once you have a treatment plan from your dentist, please email dental@myhaam.org to request information about how to apply for additional grant funding with MusiCares or other grant organizations.

Authorization for HAAM Dental benefits is a two-part process:

Members must follow both of these steps every time they make an appointment to ensure funding is available and approved prior to their appointment: 

1. REQUEST FUNDING by filling out the Dental Authorization Request Form (below). HAAM staff will process requests within two business days and send an authorization email to both the HAAM Member and the HAAM Dental Provider with the remaining amount of the member's dental funding.

2. Schedule dental appointment. Once a member receives the funding authorization email, they can make an appointment with the assigned HAAM Dental Provider. HAAM will include the assigned HAAM Dental Provider’s contact information in the email.

*If your request is urgent, please indicate so in the request form below. We will respond as quickly as possible during working hours, but please seek immediate medical attention if you are bleeding or in severe pain. 

** Please note, without a prior authorization email, members are at risk of being charged for all dental services received! **

If you have questions or are experiencing issues submitting a request, please email dental@myhaam.org.

Taking Care of Your Oral Health:

We all know how important preventive dental care is for our oral health. Neglecting caring for your teeth can affect your overall health and cause tooth decay, gum disease, oral cancer and even contribute to heart disease, diabetes, and strokes (Mayo Clinic).

Taking care of your teeth:

  • Brush your teeth twice a day for at least 2 minutes–don’t forget your tongue

  • Floss daily with floss or a water flosser

  • Make sure you are flossing correctly and going all the way to the base of your teeth

  • Use a toothbrush with soft bristles and a fluoride toothpaste

  • Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months

Did you know that a study has found that for adults that don’t have periodontal disease, one yearly cleaning is enough? Researchers found that one yearly cleaning as compared to two cleanings every 6 months did not have an impact on tooth loss for adults at low risk. So if you are at low risk, just get to the dentist once early in the year!