Instrument Recycling Programs- 2024

If 2020 changed anything in dentistry (what didn’t it change?!), one big aspect was instrument recycling programs. They definitely were stopped, paused, or cancelled completely. However, now that we’re back into the swing of things in 2024, a few programs are back up and running! Here is the latest information on who’s taking instruments as of now to be recycled.

1. Premier Dental Recycling Program:

• Recycle ten used stainless steel instruments (any brand) to receive one new Premier hand instrument.

• Instruments must be sterilized and packaged in bundles of ten.

• A $14.99 processing fee applies per submission, with unlimited submissions allowed

• https://www.premierdentalco.com/instrument-recycling-program/

2. ProDentUSA Instruments for Change:

• Currently closed

3. Nordent Trade-In Program:

• Currently closedHu Friedy

4. Hu Friedy Group

   • Recycle 12, Get 1 Free

   • Recycle up to 60 Instruments annually 

   • Up to 5 Free Instruments per year

   • Choose from 4 Scaler designs

   • Exclusive promos throughout the year

   • Real-time Order Status & Push Notifications

These programs emphasize sustainability by reprocessing metals for reuse, and they help dental professionals reduce waste while keeping their instrument inventory updated. For more information, check out the websites above.

Have you recycled instruments before? What was your experience?

xoxo Melia Lewis, RDH