VERASOFT ES

K033356 · Aalba Dent, Inc. · EJH · Dec 30, 2003 · Dental

Device Facts

• Record ID: K033356
• Device Name: VERASOFT ES
• Applicant: Aalba Dent, Inc.
• Product Code: EJH · Dental
• Decision Date: Dec 30, 2003
• Decision: SESE
• Submission Type: Traditional
• Regulation: 21 CFR 872.3710
• Device Class: Class 2

Intended Use

This device is a non precious, nickel-chromium-copper-tin based crown and bridge ("Type III") alloy for use in the construction of cast crown and bridge prosthetic devices. According to 21 CFR Ch.1 (4-1-89 Ed.) Part 872, the classification name for this device is Base Metal Alloy, a Class II device.

Device Story

VeraSoft ES is a non-precious, nickel-chromium-copper-tin based dental alloy; classified as Type III alloy. Used by dental laboratory technicians for fabrication of cast crown and bridge prosthetic devices. Material provides structural foundation for dental restorations. Device is a raw material/alloy for casting; does not involve software, algorithms, or electronic inputs/outputs.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only; no clinical data provided.

Technological Characteristics

Base metal alloy; composition: nickel, chromium, copper, tin. Type III alloy classification. Solid form factor for casting. No electronic, software, or connectivity components.

Indications for Use

Indicated for use in the construction of cast crown and bridge prosthetic devices for patients requiring dental restorations.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

A base metal alloy is a device composed primarily of base metals, such as nickel, chromium, or cobalt, that is intended for use in fabrication of cast or porcelain-fused-to-metal crown and bridge restorations.

Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for this device is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Base Metal Alloys.” The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9. See § 872.1(e) for availability of guidance information.

Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

DEC 3 0 2003

Mr. Vincent Benetti Vice President Aalba Dent, Incorporated 400 Watt Drive Cordelia, California 94534

Re: K033356

Trade/Device Name: Verasoft ES Regulation Number: 872.3710 Regulation Name: Base Metal Alloy Regulatory Class: II Product Code: EJH Dated: September 16, 2003 Received: October 22, 2003

Dear Mr. Benetti:

We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general approvisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adultcration.

If your device is classified (see above) into cither class 11 (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements modified in 21 man may Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. of the Fiel of all , with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice and insuite (2) es ret forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a premitated predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), nlease contact the Office of Compliance at [phone]. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Mishranding by reference to promarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number [phone] or [phone] or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely yours.

Patricia Cucurullo

Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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510(k) Number (if known):

Device Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ VeraSoft ES

Indications For Use:

This device is a non precious, nickel-chromium-copper-tin based crown and bridge ("Type III") alloy for use in the construction of cast crown and bridge prosthetic devices. According to 21 CFR Ch.1 (4-1-89 Ed.) Part 872, the classification name for this device is Base Metal Alloy, a Class II device.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluations (ODE)

Angela Blackwell for MSR

510(k) Number:

Prescription Use

OR

Over-The-Counter Use

(per 21 CFR 801.109)

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