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Alternative technologies / Amalgams / Best management practices / Consumers / Dental amalgams / Dental wastes / Effluent / Hazardous waste management / Health / Hospitals / Illinois / Laws and legislation / Massachusetts / Mercury / New York (N.Y.) / Pollution prevention
Alphabetical Listing of Reference Documents by Title
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Amalgam Waste and List of Recycling Vendors
Abstract: This report discusses regulations affecting dental amalgam waste and lists amalgam recyclers and vendors of amalgam wastewater separation technology.
Source: NC Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance
URL: http://infohouse.p2ric.org/ref/01/text/00020b.htm
Best Management Practices for Dental Offices in New Hampshire
Abstract: Best Management Practices guide examines hazardous wastes in the dental office, recommended dental office wastes and handling procedures, and other various wastes.
Source: New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Pollution Prevention Program
URL: http://des.nh.gov/organization/commissioner/p2au/pps/ppdpp/m
ercury_mgmt.htm
City of Boulder Best Management Practices for Dental Waste [PDF]
Abstract: This brochure provides
the dental community with guidelines on choosing environmentally friendly products, recycling
metal-bearing wastes, and correctly disposing of waste materials.
Source: City of Boulder’s Industrial Pretreatment Program
URL: http://infohouse.p2ric.org/ref/03/02192.pdf
Dental Amalgam Mercury Recycling: Proper Management of Dental Mercury
Abstract: This fact sheet describes what steps dentists can take in order to properly manage dental mercury, both as a substance within the office and as waste.
Source: Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
URL: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/massdep/toxics/programs/den
tal-amalgam-mercury-recycling-program.html
Dental Amalgam Use
Abstract: Estimates the amount of amalgam that the typical general dentist will handle per procedure and characterizes the resulting waste streams.
Source: Western Sustainability and Pollution Prevention Network
URL: http://wsppn.org/studies/dental-chemical-use/
Dental Mercury Pollution Prevention Checklist [PDF]
Abstract: Use this checklist to identify areas of accomplishment and areas needing improvement in your dental office.
Source:
URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/topichub/103/dental_mercury
_p2_checklist.pdf
Dental Recycling Manual: A Guide for Dental Practitioners Drilling for a Greener Practice [PDF]
Abstract: This booklet provides disposal options for dentists within eastern Washington, for the following wastes: amalgam, lead foil packets, x-ray fixer and developer x-ray film, and elemental mercury.
Source: Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program
URL: http://infohouse.p2ric.org/ref/14/13179.pdf
Dental Waste Management - NC DEHNR
Abstract: This factsheet presents guidance on the environmental impacts, waste reduction techniques, and regulations for most wastes produced in the practice of dentistry.
Source: North Carolina Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance
URL: http://infohouse.p2ric.org/ref/01/00020.htm
Dentistry and the Environment [PDF]
Abstract: This brochure is designed to assist dentists in recycling and reducing the wastes disposed of from their offices.
Source: Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
URL: http://www.mwra.state.ma.us/03sewer/html/dental.pdf
Lowell Center for Sustainable Hospitals - Best Management Practices for Dental Amalgam and Mercury
Abstract: Describes how mercury from amalgams may enter the environment and discusses storage, trap and filter handling, plumbing repairs, and recycling options.
Source: Sustainable Hospitals/Lowell Centre for Sustainable Production
URL: http://www.sustainablehospitals.org/HTMLSrc/IP_Merc_BMP_Dent
alAmalgam.html
Mercury Use: Dentists [PDF]
Abstract: Comprehensive study of the use of mercury in dental offices including amalgam, lamps, switches, etc. Includes information about mercury's human and environmental toxicity.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
URL: http://infohouse.p2ric.org/ref/04/03851/dentist.pdf
MnTAP Fact Sheet: Managing Waste Generated by Dental Clinics
Abstract: This factsheet describes the sources of disposal options for hazardous wastes generated by dental clinics. Also includes a list of amalgam recyclers.
Source: Minnesota Technical Assistance Program
URL: http://mntap.umn.edu/HEALTH/81-DentalWaste.htm
Pollution Prevention Guidelines for Dental Offices
Abstract: P2 and best management guidelines for mercury, silver, lead foil, and organic solvents at dental offices.
Source: City of Albuquerque Public Works Department
URL: http://www.cabq.gov/family/income-eligible-services/health-s
ocial-services/dental-care
Recycling Amalgam Waste and Other Best Management Practices for Your Dental Office [PDF]
Abstract: Describes types of amalgam waste, recycling options, and best management practices.
Source: Western Lake Superior Sanitary District
URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/topichub/103/Chicago_Dental
_Society.pdf
Vendor Information, Bethlehem Recycling Co.
Abstract: Vendor information on amalgam recycling program.
Source: Bethlehem Recycling Company
URL: http://www.bethlehemapparatus.com/dental-amalgam.html
Vendor Information, Maximum Separation Systems
Abstract: The MAXIMUM Separation System is a dental amalgam separator that removes dental amalgam, thus removing mercury from dental wastewater before it is discharged into the public sewer system and the environment. A cost effective way for small and large dental offices and institutions to manage their amalgam waste is pollution reduction at the source with the use of the MAXIMUM Separation System.
Source: Maximum Separation Systems
URL: http://www.solmetex.com/index.html
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