The program is for practicing dentists. The applicant must have graduated from an accredited US dental school; must have a valid unrestricted license to practice dentistry in Maryland and be employed full-time as a dentist in Maryland providing care to Maryland Medical Assistance Program (MMAP) recipients in Maryland; must have at least 30 percent of the patient population as MMAP recipients; and must have outstanding eligible higher education loans. The award may be renewed up to two years. The recommendation forms must be three (3) in total: two from dentists familiar with applicantÔÇÖs clinical skills and one additional. The proof of graduation from an accredited U.S. dental school must be in a sealed envelope bearing school seal. An email documenting completion of degree and graduation date from Registrar will also be accepted (and preferred, if possible).