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Amalgam Waste Collection Services
We provide approved amalgam waste containers and recycling solutions designed specifically for dental offices to safely store and collect mercury-containing materials.
Amalgam Separator Waste Pickup
Our scheduled pickup services remove amalgam separator waste, chairside traps, and vacuum filters to ensure safe handling and proper recycling.
Regulatory Compliance & Documentation
We maintain required documentation and disposal records to help dental offices comply with EPA dental amalgam rule and local wastewater regulations.
Dental Amalgam Recycling
Our Dental Amalgam Recycling service safely collects and processes mercury-containing dental waste, helping prevent environmental contamination and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
What Is Considered Dental Amalgam Waste?
Dental amalgam waste may include:
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Amalgam separator waste
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Chairside trap waste
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Vacuum pump filters
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Contact and non-contact amalgam
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Extracted teeth containing amalgam fillings
Improper disposal of amalgam waste can release mercury into wastewater systems and the environment.
100% Compliance,
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Local support, statewide coverage through 5 California facilities.
We respond quickly
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5-Star Rated
Trusted Dental Waste Management Provider Since 2007
Med-Waste Systems supports dental practices across California with reliable dental amalgam recycling and disposal services. Our experienced team works with dental offices to ensure proper collection, storage, and regulatory compliance.
We help dental practices:
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Maintain EPA Dental Amalgam Rule compliance
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Prevent mercury from entering wastewater systems
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Meet local wastewater authority requirements
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Ensure safe recycling and disposal
Compliance and Safety
Why Dental Amalgam Recycling Matters
Dental amalgam contains mercury, which can pose environmental and health risks if improperly disposed.
Improper handling can lead to:
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Mercury contamination in water systems
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Environmental pollution
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Violations of wastewater regulations
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Regulatory penalties and fines
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Increased liability for dental practices
Our team ensures proper collection, recycling, documentation, and compliant disposal of amalgam waste.
Industries We Serve in
Our company offers safe medical, toxic, and non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste disposal for various industries in , following regulations to protect public and healthcare workers. Contact us for waste management support.
Veterinary
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Dental
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Hospitals & Clinical Research Center Waste Removal
Home Health Organizations
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Surgery Centers & Laboratories
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All Industries & Sites of Care
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Med-Waste Systems
Dental Amalgam Recycling Process
Step 1 – Collect & Store
Dental offices collect amalgam waste using approved containers, separators, and traps designed to capture mercury-containing materials.
Step 2 – Safe Pickup
Our trained technicians collect amalgam waste safely and transport it for recycling.
Step 3 – Recycling & Final Processing
Amalgam waste is sent to authorized recycling facilities where mercury and metals are safely recovered and processed
FAQ
Dental Amalgam Disposal Waste Compliance FAQs
Dental amalgam is a material used in dental fillings that contains a mixture of metals including mercury, silver, tin, and copper.
Yes. The EPA Dental Amalgam Rule requires most dental offices to install and maintain amalgam separators to prevent mercury discharge.
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