Unlocking Value In
Specialized Waste Streams
Many clinical materials require more than just "disposal" — they require specialized recovery. Our team helps dental offices and healthcare facilities in Calgary and across Alberta identify and extract value from materials that would otherwise be discarded as high-cost hazardous waste.
Precious Metal
Dental Scrap
We purchase and refine dental crowns, bridges, and inlays containing gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Our transparent process ensures you receive fair market value based on actual metal content.
Silver Recovery
& X-Ray Film
Diagnostic imaging materials, including traditional X-ray film and fixer solutions, are rich in silver. We provide specialized collection and silver recovery services, diverting these heavy metals from the environment and back into the resource stream.
Amalgam &
Mercury Recycling
We provide ISO 11143-compliant recycling for mercury-bearing dental scrap, ensuring your practice meets Alberta's strict municipal bylaws and environmental standards through responsible collection and processing.
Lead Waste
Management
Responsible recycling of lead aprons, lead foil, and shielded materials. Lead is a potent neurotoxin that must be kept out of landfills; our process ensures it is safely recycled for industrial reuse.
Compliance Support & Environmental Stewardship
In Alberta, the disposal of heavy metals and precious materials is strictly regulated. We provide comprehensive compliance support through expert consulting and detailed, transparent invoicing.
Our primary focus is on maximal recycling—extracting silver, lead, and precious metals to be reintroduced into the resource stream. For any non-recoverable materials, we ensure responsible disposal according to the highest environmental standards. During any audit, we can provide the meticulous records and "cradle-to-grave" tracking necessary to prove your facility’s commitment to ethical, legal, and sustainable waste management during any provincial audit or inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions. We have answers. If you don't find what you are looking for here, contact us directly.
How do you determine the value of my dental scrap?
Payouts are based on the weight and the current market prices of the gold, silver, and platinum group metals found in your scrap. We use an assay process to determine the precise metal content, ensuring you get a fair and transparent payment.
How is the "specialized waste" actually processed?
We work exclusively with authorized downstream partners who utilize advanced refining and filtration technologies. This ensures that materials like silver from X-ray film or lead from protective aprons are fully reclaimed for industrial reuse, while any remaining hazardous components are neutralized and disposed of at licensed facilities.
What should I do with old X-ray film now that we’ve gone digital?
If you have a backlog of old film, we can help with a "bulk purge." We pick up the film, facilitate the secure destruction of private patient information (HIA compliance), and ensure the film is processed to recover the silver and recycle the PET plastic base.
Is there a minimum amount of lead or silver needed for a pickup?
We offer flexible service options. While bulk pickups are the most cost-effective, we can integrate specialized waste collection into your regular biohazard or pharmaceutical schedule to ensure your clinic stays clutter-free without needing multiple vendors.
Are lead aprons considered hazardous waste?
Yes. Due to the high lead content, they cannot be thrown in the regular trash. They must be handled through a specialized recycling program to prevent lead from leaching into the soil and water table. Our partners ensure the lead is stripped and recycled responsibly.
Do you purchase dental precious metals and recycle amalgam waste in Calgary?
Yes. Cobalt Medical Solutions provides dental precious metal purchasing and amalgam recycling for dental offices throughout Alberta, including Calgary, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat. We handle gold, silver, platinum, and palladium dental scrap, as well as ISO 11143-compliant mercury amalgam recycling, lead apron disposal, and old x-ray film silver recovery — all coordinated through a single pickup.
