The Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo are piezoelectric ultrasonic dental scalers intended for use, with the appropriate associated tip inserts, in the following dental applications: - Scaling: All general procedures for removal of supragingival and interdental calculus/ plaque deposits; - Periodontology: Periodontal therapy and debridement for all types of periodontal diseases, including periodontal pocket irrigation and cleaning; - Endodontics: All treatments for root canal reaming, irrigation, filling, gutta-percha condensation and retrograde preparation; - Restorative and Prosthetics: All general restorative procedures including cavity preparation, removal of prostheses, amalgam condensation, finishing of crown preparations, inlay/onlay condensation, implants/restorations cleaning.
Device Story
Piezoelectric ultrasonic dental scalers; console-based units with peristaltic pumps for irrigation. Multipiezo Pro features two independent 500ml tanks/pumps; Multipiezo features one. Handpieces contain piezoceramic transducers converting electrical signals into mechanical micro-vibrations for dental inserts. Operated by dentists in clinical settings. Console touch screen allows selection of four functions (Endo, Perio/Scaler, Restorative, Soft Mode), six power levels, seven irrigation levels, and illumination settings. Microprocessor-based generator controls drive signal frequency and power. Irrigation fluid delivery is automatic based on handpiece selection. Output is mechanical vibration of tip inserts for calculus removal, debridement, and restorative preparation. Benefits include precise, controlled dental procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Compliance with IEC 60601-1 (electrical safety) and IEC 60601-1-2 (electromagnetic compatibility) confirmed.
Technological Characteristics
Piezoelectric ultrasonic dental scaler. Piezoceramic disk transducer. Microprocessor-based generator. Console-integrated peristaltic pumps. Touch screen interface. Sterilizable handpieces. Mains powered. Complies with IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2.
An ultrasonic scaler is a device intended for use during dental cleaning and periodontal (gum) therapy to remove calculus deposits from teeth by application of an ultrasonic vibrating scaler tip to the teeth.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
August 20, 2014
Mectron Spa C/O Mr. Roger Gray VP, Quality and Regulatory Donawa Lifescience Consulting Piazzz Albania, 10. 00153 Rome. Italy
Re: K140965
Trade/Device Name: Multipiezo Pro, Multipiezo Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4850 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Scaler Regulatory Class: II Product Code: ELC Dated: May 20, 2014 Received: May 23, 2014
#### Dear Mr. Gray:
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 contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education 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. 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 Industry and Consumer Education at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
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Sincerely yours,
Mary S. Runner -S
Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use Statement
#### 510(k) Number (if known): K140965
Device Name: Mectron Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo Dental Scalers
Indications for Use: The Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo are piezoelectric ultrasonic dental scalers intended for use, with the appropriate associated tip inserts, in the following dental applications:
- . Scaling: All general procedures for removal of supragingival and interdental calculus/ plaque deposits;
- Periodontology: Periodontal therapy and debridement for all types of periodontal diseases, including . periodontal pocket irrigation and cleaning;
- Endodontics: All treatments for root canal reaming, irrigation, filling, gutta-percha . condensation and retrograde preparation;
- Restorative and Prosthetics: All general restorative procedures including cavity preparation, removal . of prostheses, amalgam condensation, finishing of crown preparations, inlay/onlay condensation, implants/restorations cleaning.
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## medical technology
Mectron S.p.A. Via Loreto, 15/A 16042 Carasco - GE (Italy) Tel. +39 0185 35361 Fax +39 0185 351374 www.mectron.com
P.IVA IT00177110996 N. Iscr. Reg. Imprese Genova e C.Fisc.: 01126960101 R.E.A. Genova 253624 Cap. Soc. Euro 1.400.000 i.v. mectron@mectron.com
# 510(k) Summary in accordance with 21 CFR 807.92
| Device Name: | Multipiezo Pro<br>Multipiezo |
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| Type of 510(k) submission: | Traditional |
| Date of Submission: | April 9, 2014 |
| Manufacturer: | Mectron Spa<br>Via Loreto, 15, 16042 Carasco - (GE)<br>Italy |
| FDA Registration Number: | 3003933619 |
| 510(k) Owner: | Mectron Spa<br>Via Loreto, 15, 16042 Carasco - (GE)<br>Italy |
| 510(k) Contact: | Roger Gray<br>VP, Quality and Requlatory<br>Donawa Lifescience Consulting<br>Piazza Albania, 10, 00153 Rome, Italy<br>Tel: +39 06 578 2665<br>Fax: +39 06 574 3786 |
| Common Name/Regulation Description: | Scaler, ultrasonic |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 872.4850 |
| FDA Panel: | Dental |
| Product Code: | ELC |
| Class: | Class II |
Two devices, Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo, have been bundled in this single 510(k) submission. The devices share the following identical functional/technical characteristics:
- Same Intended Use/Indications for Use ●
- Same Technological Characteristics (mechanism of action) .
- . Same accessories (insert tips, etc.)
- Same operative modes/signal information .
- Same parts to be sterilized and sterilization methods ●
- . Same performance
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## medical technology
Mectron S.p.A Via Loreto, 15/A 16042 Carasco - GE (Italy) Tel. +39 0185 35361 Fax +39 0185 351374 www.mectron.com
P.IVA IT00177110996 N. Iscr. Reg. Imprese Genova e C.Fisc.: 01126960101 R.E.A. Genova 253624 Cap. Soc. Euro 1.400.000 i.v. mectron@mectron.com
#### Intended Use/Indications for use
The Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo are piezoelectric ultrasonic dental scalers intended for use, with the appropriate associated tip inserts, in the following dental applications:
- . Scaling: All general procedures for removal of supragingival and interdental calculus/ plaque deposits;
- . Periodontology: Periodontal therapy and debridement for all types of periodontal diseases, including periodontal pocket irrigation and cleaning:
- Endodontics: All treatments for root canal reaming, irrigation, filling, gutta-percha condensation and ● retrograde preparation;
- Restorative and Prosthetics: All general restorative procedures including cavity preparation, removal of . prostheses, amalgam condensation, finishing of crown preparations, inlay/onlay condensation, implants/restorations cleaning.
#### Device Description and Technological Characteristics:
The Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo devices are dental piezoelectic ultrasonic devices that use ultrasonic energy to generate mechanical micro-vibration of the inserts to perform the dental procedures defined in their intended use.
The Multipiezo Pro consists of a base control unit (console) with two integrated peristaltic pumps which deliver irrigation liquid, contained in two independent detachable 500 ml bottles, to two sterilizable ultrasonic handpieces with connecting cords. The selection of the irrigation fluid occurs automatically when the operator removes the handpiece from the support associated with the tank containing the liquid that the dentist wants to use for the treatment. Only one handpiece can be used at a time.
The Multipiezo device consists of a base control unit with a single integrated peristaltic pump which delivers the irrigation liquid contained in one detachable tank to one single ultrasonic handpiece with connecting cord.
The consoles of both devices are connected to mains power by an electrical cord, and include connectors for the hand piece/s and for the footswitch. The consoles incorporate peristaltic pump/s which provide/s the irrigation fluid contained in the tank/s to the operation site.
The handpiece contains a piezoelectric ultrasonic transducer which is connected to the ultrasonic generator (inside the console) by a cable at one end and to which tip inserts are attached at the other end.
The ultrasonic generator, identical in both devices, is microprocessor-based and uses electronics to generate and control the appropriate drive signal (power and frequency) for the transducer in the handpiece. A touch screen on the console of both devices allows the setting of treatment parameters, as follows:
- Four type of functions (Endo, Perio/Scaler, Restorative, Soft Mode) that can be adjusted through 6 power levels
- . Seven different levels of irrigation (from 0 to 6)
- . Insert tip illumination (on, off or auto)
- Flush function. .
#### Non clinical testing
The Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo devices comply with the electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements established by the standards IEC 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1-2.
Bench testing of the subject devices includes:
- Testing to confirm compliance with the safety requirements of standard IEC 60601-1 .
- Testing to confirm compliance with EMC requirements of standard IEC 60601-1-2 .
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## medical technology
Mectron S.p.A Via Loreto, 15/A 16042 Carasco - GE (Italy) Tel. +39 0185 35361 Fax +39 0185 351374 www.mectron.com
P.IVA IT00177110996 N. Iscr. Reg. Imprese Genova e C.Fisc.: 01126960101 R.E.A. Genova 253624 Cap. Soc. Euro 1.400.000 i.v. mectron@mectron.com
#### Substantial Equivalence
The substantial equivalence of the subject devices is based on the following predicate devices:
- . EMS Piezon Master 600, manufactured by Electro Medical System SA, 510(k) reference K022328, cleared on 13 August 2002.
- Compact Piezo P2K, manufactured by Mectron Spa, 510(k) reference K102218, cleared on 24 January . 2011.
The technological characteristics and operating parameters of the Multipiezo are identical or very similar to those of the predicate devices. With respect to the functional aspects, the Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo use the same fundamental technology as the two predicate devices.
Both the subject devices and the predicate devices use same piezoelectric technology to generate mechanical micro-vibration to the inserts to perform the dental ultrasound treatments according to their intended use.
Both the subject devices and the two predicate devices have the ultrasonic transducers housed in the respective handpieces. The transducers of the Multipiezo and of the predicate devices are formed by piezoceramic disks which convert the input electrical power to mechanical vibration of the insert.
Any differences between the subject device and one or other of the predicate devices is not significant with regard to device safety or effectiveness
#### Conclusion
The Multipiezo pro and Multipiezo and the predicate devices share the same general intended use and technology.
The differences existing between the subject devices and the predicate devices relating to technical specifications, performance and intended use are minor and do not affect safety and effectiveness.
The data presented in this submission demonstrate the similarities in the intended use/indications of use and technology existing between the Multipiezo Pro and Multipiezo devices and the referenced predicate devices. and thus supports a finding of substantial equivalence between the subject device and the predicate devices which are already in commercial distribution in the United States.
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Part 1 — Search, results, and everyday workflows 16 min
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.
Use the checkboxes above the results to narrow: SaMD keeps only software-only devices, AI / ML keeps only devices with AI.
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?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
2. The results table
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.
Where do you find a device's intended use without opening the PDF?
Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
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.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
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.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
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.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
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
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.