Reviewed Dentistry Options
Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented
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Proper disposal of fixer |
Keep used fixer out of drains. Do not discharge untreated fixer to storm or sanitary sewers. |
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Collect used fixer |
Collect used fixer in an appropriately marked container. Recycling services will pick up used fixer and recover and sell the silver. |
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Sell recovered silver |
Install a silver recovery unit designed for small quantities of waste material. Capture recovered silver and sell it to a metal reclaimer. |
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Recycle used fixer, x-ray film, lead foils |
Recycle used fixer, x-ray film and lead foils through companies that accept them. Silver and lead should be kept out the wastebaskets and garbage cans. |
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Capture and recycle amalgam |
Amalgam particles end up in the sewer ad wastewater. Use screens or traps to capture amalgam particles and recycle them. |
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Use non-hazardous cleaners |
Use cleaners for developer systems that don't contain chromium. Check the MSDS sheet for any cleaner before purchasing it. Cleaners containing chromium must be disposed of as hazardous waste. |