Let’s be honest: when it comes to refining dental scrap, most dentists and oral surgeons are skeptical—and for good reason.
You’re busy. You’ve got a practice to run. And if you’ve been using the same on-the-spot buyer for years, it’s easy to assume you’re getting a fair deal. After all, it’s fast, convenient, and one less thing to think about.
But sometimes, a casual conversation can change everything.
A Chat in the Waiting Room
One of our employees recently went in for a minor oral surgery procedure. As she chatted with her oral surgeon before the appointment, the conversation turned from health history to her line of work.
“I work for a dental scrap refinery,” she told him.
“Really?” he said. “I’ve actually got some scrap I’ve been holding onto for a while.”
He admitted he’d always just sold his dental scrap to a rep who had been dropping by his office for years. “I get a check — it’s quick and easy,” he shrugged. “It’s not a huge part of my business.”
That’s a sentiment we hear a lot. Dental scrap refining often feels like an afterthought in the dental world — something to check off the list quickly, not necessarily something worth rethinking.
But he was curious enough to give our process a try.
A Low-Key First Step
The oral surgeon handed our employee a small container of dental scrap he’d been collecting — mostly crowns and bridgework. Nothing major, just the usual mix of materials he didn’t need cluttering up his shelves. Our team handled the rest.
Back at the dental scrap refinery, the materials were carefully weighed, melted, and tested through a full scientific assay. Every precious metal was accounted for. The doctor received a detailed breakdown of exactly how much gold, palladium, platinum, and silver was present in the lot.
The Moment of Truth
A few days later, our employee called the doctor to go over the results.
When she gave him the final amount, there was silence on the other end of the line.
Finally, he said flatly, “I’ve been getting ripped off all these years.”
The amount he received far exceeded what he’d ever been paid by on-the-spot buyers —without any haggling, guesswork, or vague pricing.
And just like that, a skeptic became a believer.
Based on his positive experience, that same oral surgeon went on to refer two other colleagues to us.
Why This Story Matters
It’s not just about the money — though the difference can be significant. It’s about transparency, accuracy, and knowing your materials are being treated with care and respect.
When dental scrap is weighed and priced without having a proper assay performed, you’re left hoping the buyer is being honest. But when it’s tested and refined in a dental scrap refinery, there’s no guesswork. You get paid based on what’s actually there — not what someone thinks might be there.
Here’s What Makes the Difference:
Scientific Assay Testing – There’s no guesswork — every element is accounted for.
Detailed Reports – No mystery. Just facts.
Real Human Support – No pressure. No shady sales tactics. Just honest work from a trusted dental scrap refinery
Still Not Sure? That’s Okay.
We don’t expect you to switch based on one blog post. But if you’ve ever wondered whether your dental scrap is being valued properly… it might be worth finding out. A great way to find out if your current refiner is paying you fairly is to do a test. Divide a lot evenly in half and give one half to each refiner. See which one comes back with better returns. You might be surprised to find out what your dental scrap is really worth.
If you’re ready to try a new refiner, we’d be happy to send out a free refining kit to you today. If you’re not quite ready yet to send in yet, but you’d like to learn more about our refining process and some helpful tips, downloading our e-book is a great place to start.