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Complete List of Links for the Mercury-Dental Topic Hub™ -Total Number of Links: 62
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Article/report Abstract: IAOMT's scientific and critical response to the ADA's special report "When your patients ask about mercury in amalgam." Source: International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology URL: http://www.iaomt.org/documents/A%20Scientific%20Response.pdf Amalgam Waste Abstract: Article focusing on amalgam waste, its background and regulatory concerns, proper handling of dental amalgam, procedures for amalgam collection, and ideas for dental office recycling. Source: District of Columbia Dental Society URL: http://www.dcdental.org/amalgam.html 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://www.p2pays.org/ref/01/text/00020b.htm Amalgam Waste Management - Issues and Answers [PDF] Abstract: Written by dentists who participated in a voluntary effort by the Duluth, MN POTW to reduce mercury in wastewater. Source: James F. Westman, DDS and Timothy Tuominen URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/04/03853.pdf AMSA Review of American Dental Associatioin (ADA) Scientific Assessment [PDF] Abstract: AMSA review and comments on ADA Scientific Assessment. Source: AMSA URL: http://www.mercurypolicy.org/new/documents/AMSACommentsonADAAs sessmentAcceptedComments.pdf Canada-Wide Standards: A Pollution Prevention Program for Dental Amalgam Waste [PDF] Abstract: Explains relationship between dental amalgam waste and the environment. Also describes new pollution prevention initiative intended to ensure that the dental community becomes a part of the solution. Source: National Office of Pollution Prevention, Environment Canada URL: http://www.cda-adc.ca/jcda/vol-67/issue-5/270.pdf Characteristics and Treatment of the Dental Waste Water Stream [PDF] Abstract: The main objective of this project was to characterize the properties of the dental waste stream. This was accomplished by collecting more than 90 dental waste stream samples from various clinics and quantifying the mercury and silver content of their two major waste components: a) the solid waste retained on the in- line vacuum trap (also known as a chair-side trap), and b) the dental waste water which has the potential to be discharged into the sewer system. Source: Illinois Waste Management and Research Center URL: http://www.wmrc.uiuc.edu/main_sections/info_services/library_d ocs/rr/RR-97.pdf Dental Amalgam Use [PDF] Abstract: Estimates the amount of amalgam that the typical general dentist will handle per procedure and characterizes the resulting waste streams. Source: Western Region Pollution Prevention Network URL: http://www.wrppn.org/dental/pages/pdf/Amalgam_Use%2001.pdf Dental Office Waste Stream Characterization Study for Metro Seattle [PDF] Abstract: Metro Seattle has characterized the wastewater from dental offices and suggested plans for minimizing mercury. Source: Municipality of Metropolitan Seattle URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/03/02193.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://www.ecy.wa.gov/pubs/97436.pdf Environmental Regulations & Best Management Practices: Dental Operations [PDF] Abstract: Provides a guide to environmental regulations that apply to dental operations within the Regional District and information on best management practices and services that will assist operations in meeting or exceeding these regulations. Source: Capital Regional District URL: http://www.crd.bc.ca/es/environmental_programs/source_control/ documents/bestpractices_dental.pdf ETV Report - Removal of Mercury from Dental Office Wastewater [PDF] Abstract: Analysis of technologies for the sedimentation and adsorption of mercury amalgam and mercury compounds from the wastewater stream. Source: EPA URL: http://www.epa.gov/etv/pdfs/vrvs/09_vr_drna.pdf Evaluation of Domestic Sources of Mercury [PDF] Abstract: A report by the Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies. Appendix contains information on mercury released from dental amalgam fillings. Source: Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies URL: http://www.owr.ehnr.state.nc.us/ref/11/10599/10599.pdf Evaluation of Mercury in Dental Facility Wastewater Version 3 [PDF] Abstract: This evaluation quantifies the relative contribution of: (1) mercury from dental facilities that enters surface water as compared to the total amount of mercury entering surface water from other sources; (2) the amount of mercury in municipal sludge attributable to wastewater discharged from dental facilities; and (3) the contribution of mercury from dental facilities to the levels of methylmercury in the environment. This paper also evaluates the cost versus the benefits of further reductions in dental amalgam discharges. Source: American Dental Association URL: http://www.mercurypolicy.org/new/documents/ADAScientificAssess mentVersion3.pdf How Mercury from Dental Amalgam can get into the Environment Abstract: This article describes the many ways that mercury from dental amalgams can get into the environment. Source: Sustainable Hospitals URL: http://www.sustainablehospitals.org/HTMLSrc/IP_Merc_BMP_Dental Amalgam.html How to Prevent Pollution From Your Dental Practice: A Guide for Dentists - IDEM [PDF] Abstract: Contains a comparison of restorative material alternatives and a dental waste disposal checklist. Source: Indiana Department of Environmental Management URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/03/02140.pdf Laboratory Evaluation of Amalgam Separators Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the amalgam removal efficiency of commercially available amalgam separators and the total mercury concentration in the effluent from laboratory testing. The authors evaluated the amalgam removal efficiency of 12 amalgam separators according to International Organization for Standardization, or ISO, Standard 11143 for Amalgam Separators. Source: Naval Institute For Dental and Biomedical Research URL: http://www.dentalmercury.com/Publications/publications_16.html 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_Dental Amalgam.html Management of Hazardous Dental Wastes in King County, 1991-2000 [PDF] Abstract: Summarizes King County project that encouraged dentists to install amalgam separation units and otherwise collect and manage amalgam-bearing waste. Looks at data collected during visits to 221 King County dentists during 1999 and 2000. Briefly, the data show that only 25 dental offices installed separators and less than half the offices followed best management practices for amalgam waste. Source: King County Water and Land Resources Division URL: http://www.govlink.org/hazwaste/publications/HazDentalWasteMgm t.pdf Mercury Emissions Generated in Dental Establishments [PDF] Abstract: Federal Ministry of the Environment, Germany developed this report for establishing the amount of mercury in wastewater and also a comprehensive waste management plan. Source: Federal Ministry of the Environment, Germany URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/02/01740.pdf Mercury Generation Potential from Dental Waste Amalgam Abstract: This study attempts to quantify the amount of amalgam waste generated at dental offices in Illinois. Source: Journal of Dentistry URL: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?db=pubmed&cmd=Re trieve&dopt=AbstractPlus&list_uids=12927461&query_hl=4&itool=p ubmed_DocSum Mercury in Dental Facilities - Executive Summary Abstract: Massachusetts MWRA presents results of work to characterize mercury content in effluent from dental facilities and determine the contribution to the total mercury load. Source: Massachusetts Water Resources Authority URL: http://www.mwra.state.ma.us/03sewer/html/dentsum.htm Mercury in Dentists' Offices Abstract: Lists precautions to be taken while cleaning dental offices. Source: Purdue Research Foundation URL: http://pasture.ecn.purdue.edu/~epados/mercbuild/src/dentist.ht m Mercury in the Environment: Coming From Your Business [PDF] Abstract: Pollution prevention for dental waste by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Source: Kansas Department of Health and Environment URL: http://www.sbeap.org/ppi/publications/dental_mercury.pdf Mercury in Waste Dental Amalgam: Why is it Still a Problem? [PDF] Abstract: Examines King County’s decade-long attempt to remove mercury-containing amalgam from dental wastewater through voluntary and mandatory approaches. Source: King County Local Hazardous Waste Management Program URL: http://www.govlink.org/hazwaste/publications/WasteAmalgamProbl ems_03.pdf Mercury Reduction in Florida's Medical Facilities: Improving the Management of Mercury-Bearing Medical Wastes [PDF] Abstract: Chapter 6 deals with management of mercury in dental practices. Source: Florida Department of Environmental Protection URL: http://www.floridacenter.org/publications/mercury_report_phase 2_s98-7.pdf Mercury Source Identification Update: Dental Offices and Human Waste [PDF] Abstract: This technical memorandum updates the Mercury Source Identification prepared for the Palo Alto Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP) in August 1997 to better estimate the load attributable to mercury discharges from dental offices. It also revises the methodology for considering human waste from service area employees and residents, and estimates the portion of the mercury in human waste attributable to mercury amalgam fillings. Then it briefly reviews recent studies of dental discharges published by other organizations. Source: Palo Alto Regional Water Quality Control Plant URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/02/01611.pdf Physico-chemical Properties of Dental Wastewater Hard Copy Publication - This paper presents the findins of an on-going study which aims at characterizing the properties of the waste water from dental offices. Source: Water Environment Federation WEFTEC'94 Conference Proceedings 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_S ociety.pdf Royal Dental College of Denmark: Dental Amalgam- Environmental Aspects [PDF] Abstract: Denmark study discussing different aspects of environmental contamination from dental amalgam. Source: Advances in Dental Research URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/04/03295.pdf The Concern Over Mercury and Wastewater Hard Copy Publication - Article written by two staff members of the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department describing their Mercury Minimization Program. Source: Journal of the Michigan Dental Association The Environmentally Responsible Dental Office: A Guide to Proper Waste Management in Dental Offices Abstract: Written for dentists, dental assistants, and office staff. Contains simple ideas for preventing the release of mercury and other potentially harmful contaminants to streams, lakes and rivers. Source: National Wildlife Federation and The Vermont State Dental Society URL: http://www.anr.state.vt.us/dec/ead/mercury/dental/ The Environmentally Responsible Dental Office: The Oregon Dentists' Guide to Best Management Practices of Dental Waste [PDF] Abstract: This guide has been developed to assist dentists in how to best manage their dental waste, includes a list of amalgam recyclers. Source: Oregon Dental Association URL: http://www.p2pays.org/ref/04/03294.pdf The Fate of Mercury in Dental Amalgam Hard Copy Publication - Provides results of bench-scale testing to determine whether biological processes typically used in POTWs degrade dental amalgam and release mercury. Source: Water Environment & Technology 
Case study/success story Abstract: This case study demonstrates that, by installing an amalgam separator within his dental office, Dr. Gerald E. Vermette acknowledged the following benefits of pollution reduction, money saved, and regulatory benefits. Source: Dental Recycling North America, Inc. URL: http://www.state.me.us/dep/oia/case/vermette.htm
Chapter 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://www.epa.gov/glnpo/bnsdocs/hgsbook/dentist.pdf
Fact sheet/checklist Abstract: Source: Florida Department of Environmental Protection URL: http://www.dep.state.fl.us/waste/quick_topics/publications/shw /mercury/AmalgamBMPsBrochure.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/dep/erp/dentists/dentalhg.htm Dental Mercury and the Environment - A Fact Sheet for Pueblo Dentists [PDF] Abstract: This fact sheet presents information related to dental mercury and the environment. It describes the regulatory outlook for Colorado dentists with respect to waste mercury amalgam and provides Colorado-specific information and resources regarding mercury amalgam separators and waste amalgam recycling. Source: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/topichub/103/dental_mercury_a nd_enviro_factsheet.pdf 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_p 2_checklist.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://www.p2pays.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 Doing Our Part...Dental Amalgam Poster [PDF] Abstract: This poster identifies best management practices to collect, manage, and recycle dental amalgam in New York according to the state laws. Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association (NEWMOA) URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/mercury/dentalPoster.pdf Four Steps to Compliance Abstract: Tips for dental facilities to comply with regulations. Source: City of Palo Alto URL: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/public-works/cb-DentalCompliance .html Mercury Use in Dental Amalgam Abstract: Summarizes the use of mercury in dental amalgam, using data obtained from the Interstate Mercury Education & Reduction Clearinghouse (IMERC) Mercury-Added Products Database. Source: Interstate Mercury Education & Reduction Clearinghouse (IMERC) URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/mercury/imerc/FactSheets/dent al_amalgam.cfm 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 [PDF] 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/p2/pdfs/dentoff4.pdf What is a Composite Resin (White Filling)? Abstract: Describes this alternative filling method. Source: Academy of General Dentistry URL: http://www.agd.org/consumer/topics/composite/main.asp
List Abstract: Provides articles that may be edited as needed and published locally by dental societies, public agencies, and others. Source: Western Region Pollution Prevention Network URL: http://www.wrppn.org/dental/pages/pdf/Newsletter_Articles_01.p df
Manual/handbook/curriculum 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://www.des.state.nh.us/nhppp/dentalBMP.pdf 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://www.p2pays.org/ref/03/02192.pdf Waste Management Procedures [PDF] Abstract: Provides dentists and members of the dental team with information on how to properly manage hazardous wastes in order to minimze the release of toxic substances to the environment. Source: ODA Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Issues Working Group URL: http://www.fmd.uwo.ca/dentistry/docs/waste.pdf
Other resources Abstract: Poster lists best management practices for dental offices. Source: Palo Alto Regional Water Quality Control Plant URL: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/public-works/documents/cb-dental poster.pdf
Web site Abstract: Website provides information on proper dental waste management practices. Source: City of Palo Alto, California URL: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/public-works/cb-dental.html Dental Mercury Environmental Issues Abstract: This site contains numerous publications regarding the management of mercury wastes, amalgam separator technologies, and analytical methods. A list of dental amalgam recylers is also provided. Source: Naval Institute for Dental and Biomedical Research URL: http://amalgamrecycling.org/ Naval Institute for Dental and Biomedical Research: Environmental Dental Mercury Management Abstract: Provides a resource for the management of mercury in the dental-unit wastewater stream. Source: Naval Institute for Dental and Biomedical Research URL: http://www.dentalmercury.com/ Recycling of Elemental Mercury and Dental Amalgam by Dentists Abstract: This website focuses on the initial law in New York State and new regulations. It also provides Q&A information and describes Best Management Practices. Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation URL: http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/dshm/redrecy/mercdent.htm RiverSides: Dental Mercury Abstract: Website contains press releases relating to mercury from dentistry and also features frequently asked questions pertaining to dental mercury. Source: RiverSides Stewardship Alliance URL: http://www.riversides.org/index.php?cat=3&page1=9 Vendor Information, AB Dental Trends Abstract: This site describes and gives purchasing information for AB Dental Trends' amalgam separation systems. Source: AB Dental Trends URL: http://www.amalgamseparation.com/ Vendor Information, Bethlehem Recycling Co. Abstract: Vendor information on amalgam recycling program. Source: Bethlehem Recycling Company URL: http://www.bethlehemapparatus.com/page06.htm 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.amalgamseparators.com/ Vendor Information, SolmeteX Abstract: Solmetex specializes in mercury amalgam waste separation technologies. This web page provides an overview as to the problem of amalgam waste and describes their own technologies and products. Source: Solmetex URL: http://www.solmetex.com/dental.html
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