How to Refine Precious Metals from Dental Scrap for Maximum Profit

Understanding 1 Oz Gold and Silver Prices

Before refining your junk, visit a respected precious metals website for spot values. 
Gold-containing dental scrap is attractive at these rates. Even 1/10 ounce of gold from a gold crown is worth $260. Depending on the karat, full gold dentures or bridges might include an ounce or more of gold costing $2600 or more.
Dental fillings and crowns made of silver add up rapidly. Silver fillings typically include 0.2-0.3 ounces, valued at $8-12. 1 Ounce silver price is CAD 32.
Prices change continuously due to worldwide market conditions. Gold and silver keep their worth well over time and hedge against inflation. As central banks create money, precious metals will stay popular. Gold and silver prices fluctuate. 1 ounce gold price is CAD 2600 per ounce and silver is around $34 in early 2023.

Best Practices for Dental Scrap Refining for Profit

Consider these essential methods for processing dental scrap to optimize profits:
Use an Expert Refiner: Hire a dental scrap refiner with considerable experience. They may evaluate your materials to find the optimal refining processes. They can also advise on whether products are worth more sold individually rather than burned down. 

Sort and organize scrap: Please separate dental scrap by material type before submitting it to the refiner. Separate gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. If possible, sort by purity, such as 10K vs. 14K vs. 18K gold. The payment increases with purer scrap. Sorting maximizes scrap value.

Remove impurities and non-precious metals: Crowns, bridges, and partial dentures may incorporate non-precious metals and alloys besides gold, silver, and platinum. Separate them and extract valuable metals. 
Negotiate Best Terms: You may usually negotiate better compensation after receiving a refiner offer. Compare refiner offerings. Larger amounts of high-value scrap may earn you a bigger percentage of the precious metal spot price or a bonus. Return to the refiner with a counteroffer to maximize revenues.