For temporary retraction of the marginal gingiva to provide a dry gingival sulcus when the periodontium is healthy prior to, e.g - analogue or digital impressions - cementation of temporary and permanent restorations - preparation of class II and V fillings
Device Story
VOCO Retraction Paste is a dental material used for temporary gingival retraction. It is applied to the gingival sulcus to create a dry, accessible field for dental procedures such as impressions, cementation, and cavity preparation. The paste is applied by a dental professional in a clinical setting. It functions by physically displacing the gingival tissue to expose the margin of the tooth. The device is a non-electronic, mechanical retraction agent.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided; bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Viscous paste material for mechanical gingival displacement. Non-electronic, standalone dental material. No software or energy source.
Indications for Use
Indicated for temporary retraction of marginal gingiva in patients with healthy periodontium prior to dental procedures including impressions, restoration cementation, and cavity preparation.
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December 9, 2021
Voco GmbH T Gerkensmeier Regulatory affairs Anton-Flettner-Str. 1-3 Cuxhaven, 27472 Germany
Re: K213149
Trade/Device Name: VOCO Retraction Paste Regulatory Class: Unclassified Product Code: MVL Dated: October 8, 2021 Received: October 18, 2021
Dear T Gerkensmeier:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmp/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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.
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Sincerely,
For Michael E. Adjodha, M.ChE. Assistant Director DHT1B: Division of Dental and ENT Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use Statement
510(k) Number: K213149 Device Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Indications for Use: For temporary retraction of the marginal gingiva to provide a dry gingival sulcus when the periodontium is healthy prior to, e.g - analogue or digital impressions - cementation of temporary and permanent restorations - preparation of class II and V fillings OR Prescription Use X Over-The-Counter Use _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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