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A Guide to Understanding, Valuing, and Selling Your Dental Scrap<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve recently had a crown or bridge replaced, you might have walked out of the dentist\u2019s office with a small piece of metal. While it might not look like much at first glance, that small piece of\u00a0 “dental scrap” metal could be worth significantly more than you realize!<\/p>\n

Dental Gold Throughout the Ages<\/h2>\n

When we think of gold, our minds often wander to jewellery store windows lined with golden, shimmering bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, or vaults full of bullion bricks and coins.<\/p>\n

The concept of gold appearing in dental work or dental accessories has actually been dated back to the early 7th to 6th Century BCE, when the Etruscans would wrap gold wire around natural teeth and loose teeth to keep them in place. Many other ancient civilizations (Egypt, Rome, Southeast Asia)\u00a0 would use similar tactics for functional use and would also use gold inlays and disks to adorn their front teeth for cosmetic purposes.<\/p>\n

The 1980s saw a resurgence for accessorizing gold teeth when Eddie Plein – son of a local jeweller – began crafting and customizing removable gold caps. These removable caps gained popularity within the Hip-Hop scene of the 80s, but really shot to fame around the early 2000s. Rapper Nelly donned these caps during one of his music videos for his newest hit, named after the golden accessories, which hit #1 on Billboards across the country. The name of the hit: Grillz.<\/p>\n

Dental gold is still used today, although a demand for options that have a more natural resemblance to real teeth has seen other materials (porcelain, ceramic, composite resins, etc.) used. While these are still excellent options for a more blended smile, gold still reigns the superior choice for longevity and durability.<\/p>\n

In the fashion world, gold \u201cGrillz\u201d, caps and teeth are used by musicians, celebrities (Beyonc\u00e9 and Madonna, to name a few) and even in the fashion industry to accentuate an outfit or create a picture-perfect smile, ready for any photo opportunity.<\/p>\n

Is Dental Gold Actually Real Gold?<\/h2>\n

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The secret to dental gold\u2019s value lies in its composition. Dental gold is rarely made from pure gold alone. Because pure gold is relatively soft, it is typically combined with other metals to create an alloy strong enough to withstand the everyday pressures of biting and chewing.<\/p>\n

What makes dental gold particularly interesting is that its value may extend beyond its gold content. Depending on the alloy, it can contain a combination of other valuable precious metals, including:<\/p>\n