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Amalgam Waste Disposal
What is Amalgam?
50% Mercury, 27% Tin, 1% Zinc, 21% Silver and 1% Copper
Mercury causes damage to the brain, lungs and liver in humans which is why this rule is going into place
Link to final rule – https://s3.amazonaws.com/public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2017-12338.pdf
Dental offices will need to be using an Amalgam Separation System, Waste Containers and a Dental Line Cleaner.
All products must meet EPA and ISO 11143:2008 quality standards • All Dentists must comply by June 14th, 2020
Why does Amalgam need to be disposed of correctly?
Amalgam contains a lot of Mercury. Mercury causes damage to the brain, lungs and liver in humans. The levels of Mercury enter water streams from Dental facilities poses a risk to the environment and public.
What does the rule entail?
All Dental facilities must use an Amalgam Separation System while disposing of the Amalgam Waste properly. This prevents the Amalgam from entering into local water systems. You must be compliant by June 14th, 2020. All products must meet the EPA and ISO 11143:2008 quality standards and our Amalgam products meet that standard. Here is the link to the final rule to read and understand the proper requirements:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2017-12338.pdf
Are there any exemptions for this EPA Ruling?
Dentists who practice in oral pathology, oral and maxillofacial radiology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, and prosthodontics are exempt from the rule.
Dentists who do not place amalgam and only remove amalgam in unplanned or emergency situations (estimated at less than 5 percent of removals) are also exempt.
Mobile dental units are exempt.
Dentists who already have separators are grandfathered for 10 years.
We recommend all dental facilities set up a proper disposal solution for Amalgam waste even if they think they are exempt.
Did you know that over 100 million dental fillings each year use amalgam?
This commonly used dental material is robust, durable, and affordable. However, it's also a significant source of environmental mercury pollution if not disposed of properly.
The challenge then becomes:
How can our dental professionals continue to use this effective material while ensuring the safety of the public and the environment?
Here at Choice MedWaste, we are dedicated to providing all our dental facilities with compliant, safe, and easy-to-use solutions. With our dental waste disposal service designed to meet the stringent standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency and ISO 11143:2008, you're not just choosing a service provider. You're selecting a partner committed to protecting your practice, patients, and the planet.
Your Trusted Dental Waste Disposal Company
We offer a comprehensive dental laboratory waste disposal that not only ensures your compliance with the new EPA rule but also safeguards public health and the environment.
Here's How We Can Help:
Provision of Amalgam Separators
Hassle-Free Filter Exchange Program
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Once the filter is full, all you need to do is ship it out with the return label included when you bought it.
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We will then send you a new one, ensuring that you don't experience any downtime.
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This back-and-forth exchange ensures that you always have a functioning separator without needing regular scheduled pickups.
Easy, compliant, and effective solutions–we're committed to providing these to you. So you can focus on what you do best–providing top-notch dental care–while we handle your amalgam waste management needs.
AMALGAM SEPARATORS
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We proudly offer our services in the following areas and many more.
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Montgomery County
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Philadelphia, PA
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Wilmington, DE
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Easton, MD
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Lancaster, PA
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Dover, DE
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Newark, DE
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York, PA
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Delaware
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West Chester, PA
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