The Contour Healer Temporary Abutment is intended for use with a root-form endosseous dental abutment to aid in prosthetic rehabilitation. The abutment is a provisional restoration that aids in creating an esthetic emergence through the gingiva during the healing period. The device is for use by dental professionals for single restorations in adults. The device is for single-use only and may not be re-processed. These abutments are designed to work with the following implant systems: Zimmer [Screw-Vent Dental Implant System] Nobel Biocare [Replace HA Coated Implant, Replace TiUnite Endosseous Implant, Nobel Biocare Endosseous Implants, and Groovy Implants] BioHorizons [BioHorizons Tapered Internal Implant System].
Device Story
Pre-manufactured dental abutment; PEEK Classix construction; stainless steel retaining screw. Used by dentists, periodontists, or oral surgeons in clinical settings. Device connects to endosseous dental implants to serve as temporary prosthesis during healing (max 90 days). Biconvex dome design mimics natural tooth morphology; shapes peri-implant soft tissue; facilitates easier restorative phase by preparing tissue for final impression. Clinician removes device after healing period for permanent crown installation. Benefits include improved esthetic gingival contour and simplified restorative workflow.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical studies conducted. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, design validation studies by dental professionals, and adherence to ISO 10993 (biocompatibility) and ISO 14971 (risk management) standards. Device design and material formulation are substantially equivalent to previously cleared devices.
Technological Characteristics
Material: PEEK Classix (polyetheretherketone); stainless steel retaining screw. Design: Biconvex dome shape; internal hex interface with friction fit. Dimensions: Various platform sizes (5.0, 4.3, 4.5, 5.7mm). Sterilization: Non-sterile; intended for autoclave by end-user. Standards: ISO 10993, ISO 14971.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult patients requiring prosthetic rehabilitation with root-form endosseous dental implants. Used as a provisional restoration to facilitate esthetic gingival emergence during the healing period. Contraindicated for use as a final abutment, in occlusion, or as a 'cast-to' abutment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endosseous dental implant abutment is a premanufactured prosthetic component directly connected to the endosseous dental implant and is intended for use as an aid in prosthetic rehabilitation.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-Form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Implant Abutments” will serve as the special control. (See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.)
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510(k) Summary
This summary of information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and CFR 807.92.
Submitter Information
510(k) owner's name:Contour Healer, LLC. Address:1117 Ditchley Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 USA Phone number: 757 288 6671 Fax number:757-428-3470 Name of contact person:Allen Hardin White, III, D.D.S. Date of Summary:September 2011
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Device Trade Name: Contour Healer Temporary Abutment
Device Classification Name: Endosseous Dental Abutment
Classification: Class II, 21 CFR 872.3630; Product Code NHA
Legally marketed device to which equivalence is claimed:Zimmer Dental Plastic Temporary Abutment [K092377]
Device Description
The Contour Healer. LLC product line includes pre-manufactured dental abutments intended to serve as a temporary dental prosthesis during the healing process until a permanent crown is fabricated. The abutment is made of PEEK Classix and is directly connected to the endosseous dental abutment by a stainless steel screw.
These abutments have biconvex domes to mimic emergence of the original tooth morphology. and therefore provide for a more esthetic gingival contour during the restorative phase. The abutments come in several abutment- to-implant diameters. The abutments are intended for single-use not to exceedninety days. At the end of the treatment period, the temporary abutment is to be removed by clinician and the permanent crown is installed.
Indications for Use
The Contour Healer Temporary Abutment is intended for use with a root-form endosseous dental abutment to aid in prosthetic rehabilitation. The abutment is a provisional restoration that aids in creating an esthetic emergence through the healing period. The device is for use by dental professionals for single restorations in adults. The device is for single-use only and may not be re-processed.
These abutments are designed to work with the following implant systems:
Zimmer [Screw-Vent Dental Implant System]
Nobel Biocare (Replace HA Coated Implant, Replace TiUnite Endosseous Implant, Nobel Biocare Endosseous Implants, and Groovy Implants]
BioHorizons [BioHorizons Tapered Internal Implant System].
## Testing
First article inspections are done on each molding run to ensure that the devices meet all dimensional specifications. Routine inspections are done on 100% of the Contour Healer devices to ensure that each temporary abutment meets design specifications. This finishing and inspection process includes hand polishing of each piece, visual inspection of each piece for flash and debris, a check for correct fit [passive] of temporary abutment into the corresponding implant analog fto ensure that each piece will fit into the corresponding implant], and a check for correct screw fit into the temporary abutment, before final packaging of each piece.
The stainless screw used with each model of the temporary dental abutment are purchased to specification from the manufacturer and are received by Contour Healer with certification testing results for chemical analysis and 11 different performance specifications per standards.
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Biocompatibility of the finished, sterilized temporary abutments was demonstrated per ISO-Dioompanishility of the liner of otoxicity, irritation, delayed contact hypersensitivity, and acute systemic toxicity.
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| Parameter | Device | Predicate Device |
|-------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Name | Contour Healer | Plastic Temporary Abutment |
| Company Name | Contour Healer, LLC | Zimmer Dental, Inc. |
| 510(k) # | TBD | K092377. |
| Class | II | Same |
| 21 CFR number | 872.3630 | Same |
| 21 CFR category | Endosseous dental abutment [temporary] | Same |
| Code | NHA | Same |
| Parameter | Device | Predicate Device |
| Description | Abutment is a plastic post with a predefined junction and abutment core. The plastic stem of the abutment engages the internal aspects of the endosseous implant and is secured with a separate retaining screw. The abutment is packaged with a stainless steel screw for retaining the temporary healing abutment to the endosseous implant. The abutments are provided in straight versions only. | Abutment is a plastic post with a predefined margin and abutment cone; available in multiple cuff heights and straight and angled cone variations. The plastic hex of the abutment engages the internal hex of the <i>Tapered Screw-Vent</i> or <i>Screw-Vent</i> Implant and is secured with a separate retaining screw.<br>Abutment is packaged with two screws, a long processing screw for fabricating a screw-retained temporary restoration and a short retaining screw for fabricating a cement-retained restoration |
| Use Features | Pre-manufactured prosthetic component; screw-retained | Same; cement-retained or screw-retained |
| Ancillary components | Not applicable; for attachment to endosseous permanent implant | Same |
| Intended Use | To be used in conjunction with an endosseous dental implant fixture to aid in prosthetic rehabilitation | Same |
| Indications for use | A provisional restoration that aids in creating an esthetic emergence through the gingiva during the healing period<br>The device is for use by dental professionals for single restorations in adults. The device is for single-use only and may not be re-processed. | To fabricate and support provisional restorations that aid in creating and esthetic emergence through the gingiva during the healing period, before final restoration<br>Single- or multi-unit restorations |
| End User | Dentist, periodontist, oral surgeon | Same |
| Frequency of Use | Single use | Same |
| Method of Use | Temporary prosthesis; 90 days maximum | Same; 180 days maximum |
| Parameter | Device | Predicate Device |
| Contraindications | Not to be used as a final abutment; not to be<br>used "in occlusion"; not to be used as a<br>"cast-to" abutment | Same |
| Standards met | ISO 10993; ISO 14971 | ISO 10993 |
| Abutment<br>Material | PEEK Classix; polyetheretherketone | Same |
| Screw material | Stainless steel | Titanium alloy |
| Design [style,<br>size] | Contoured shaped with interfaces to match<br>endosseous implants with various platform<br>size [abutment to implant diameters of 5.0,<br>4.3, 4.5, and 5.7mm], in straight versions<br>only | Straight and angled versions,<br>with interfaces to match three<br>diameters of tapered screw-<br>vent implants [3.5, 4.5, and 5.7<br>mm], 1 mm and 4 mm cuff<br>height options |
| Screw geometry | Internal hex with friction fit | Internal hex [anti-rotational]<br>with friction fit |
| Sterility | Non-sterile; intended for autoclave<br>sterilization by end user | Sterilized by gamma irradiation,<br>but instructions for autoclaving<br>by the end user are provided |
| Packaging | Round plastic vial with screw cap | Sealed Tyvek blister packs |
Summary Comparison Table of New Device to Predicate Device
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## Device Comparison Statement
The new device and the predicate devices are temporary dental abutments consisting of a plastic post with a predefined junction and abutment core. In both devices the plastic stem of the abutment engages the internal aspects of the endosseous implant and is secured with a separate stainless steel retaining screw.
The Contour Healer differs from the predicate device in that the shape more closely mimics the shape of the permanent crown as opposed to a straight cylinder. The most difficult stage of implant surgery is to manage the peri-implant soft tissue contour. Shape and form of the periimplant tissues are equally as important as other important factors such as bone quantity/ quality, primary stability, and bone to implant contact. The Contour Healer abutment serves as a template to easily shape the soft tissue to proper form and allows the natural contours to be maintained without compromising the stability of the newly placed implant. The restorative phase is easier as the tissues are ready to be impressed along with the impression coping on the implant.
The Contour Healerproduct for the management of the peri-implant soft tissue contour issubstantially equivalent to the previously-cleared device, with the same indications for use, abutment material, and similar design and technological characteristics and therefore does not raise any new questions for safety. Contour Healer has further supported the safety and the efficacy of this product by user design validation.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Allen Hardin White, III, D.D.S. CEO Contour Healer, LLC 1117 Ditchley Road Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451
FEB - 3 2012
Re: K112099
Trade/Device Name: Contour Healer Temporary Dental Abutment Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3630 Regulation Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment Regulatory Class: II Product Code: NHA Dated: January 9, 2012 Received: January 19, 2012
Dear Dr. White:
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 controls provisions 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 adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to 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 of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set 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.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices /ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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 (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours ..
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Anthony D. Watson, B.S., M.S., M.B.A. 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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known): K112099
Device Name: Contour Healer Temporary Dental Abutment
Indications for Use:
The Contour Healer Temporary Abutment is intended for use with a root-form endosseous dental abutment to aid in prosthetic rehabilitation. The abutment is a provisional restoration that aids in creating an esthetic emergence through the gingiva during the healing period. The device is for use by dental professionals for single restorations in adults. The device is for single-use only and may not be re-processed.
These abutments are designed to work with the following implant systems:
Zimmer [Screw-Vent Dental Implant System]
Nobel Biocare [Replace HA Coated Implant, Replace TiUnite Endosseous Impiant, Nobel Biocare Endosseous Implants, and Groovy Implants]
BioHorizons [BioHorizons·Tapered Internal Implant System].
Susan Rose
(Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Devices
510(k) Number: K112099
Prescription Use _ × (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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Part 2 — Embeddings: the galaxy map 3 min
1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
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Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
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Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
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Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
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Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
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Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
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Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
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Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
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The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
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