K223518 · Shanghai EA Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. · PNN · Jun 13, 2023 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K223518
Device Name
iOrtho
Applicant
Shanghai EA Medical Instruments Co., Ltd.
Product Code
PNN · Dental
Decision Date
Jun 13, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.5470
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Software as a Medical Device
Indications for Use
iOrtho is intended for use as a medical front-end device providing tools for management of orthodontic cases, systematic inspection, detailed analysis, treatment simulation and virtual applians (Export of Models, Indirect Bonding Transfer Media, Sequential aligners) based on 3D models of the patient's dentition before the start of an orthodontic treatment. It can also be applied during the treatment to inspect and analyze the progress of the treatment. It can be used at the end of the treatment to evaluate if the outcome is consistent with the planned/desired treatment objectives. The use of iOrtho requires the user to have the necessary training and domain knowledge in the practice of orthodonties, as well as to have received a dedicated training in the use of the software.
Device Story
iOrtho is a standalone orthodontic software platform for dental professionals. It ingests 3D digital dental scans (STL files) to facilitate case management, diagnosis, and treatment planning. The software provides tools for auto-segmentation of gums/bone (with manual adjustment), measurement point selection, and 3D treatment simulation. It enables the design of virtual appliances, including sequential aligners and indirect bonding transfer media. The system outputs 3D models for fabrication via 3D printing. Used in clinical settings by orthodontists to monitor treatment progress and verify outcomes against planned objectives. The software aids clinical decision-making by allowing practitioners to visualize tooth movement and refine treatment plans. It benefits patients by enabling customized, precise orthodontic appliance design and progress tracking.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. The device underwent integration, verification, and validation testing in accordance with FDA software guidance and IEC 62304 standards to confirm performance per intended use.
Technological Characteristics
Standalone software; compatible with Windows 7/Mac OS 10.12+; requires WebGL-capable video card, 2GB RAM, and internet access. Features include 3D model import (STL), auto-segmentation with manual adjustment, automated measurement point selection, and virtual appliance design. Operates via web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
Indications for Use
Indicated for orthodontic patients requiring management, inspection, analysis, treatment simulation, and virtual appliance design based on 3D dentition models. Applicable before, during, and at the end of orthodontic treatment to evaluate progress and outcomes. Requires trained orthodontic professionals.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An orthodontic plastic bracket is a plastic device intended to be bonded to a tooth to apply pressure to a tooth from a flexible orthodontic wire to alter its position.
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June 13, 2023
Shanghai EA Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. % Breanne Butler Regulatory Affairs Consultant Prime Path Medtech 1321 Upland Dr. Suite 6792 Houston, Texas 77043
Re: K223518
Trade/Device Name: iOrtho Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.5470 Regulation Name: Orthodontic Plastic Bracket Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PNN Dated: May 19, 2023 Received: May 19, 2023
Dear Breanne Butler:
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/cfpmn/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.
# Michael E. Adjodha -S
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 Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K223518
Device Name iOrtho
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
iOrtho is intended for use as a medical front-end device providing tools for management of orthodontic cases, systematic inspection, detailed analysis, treatment simulation and virtual applians (Export of Models, Indirect Bonding Transfer Media, Sequential aligners) based on 3D models of the patient's dentition before the start of an orthodontic treatment. It can also be applied during the treatment to inspect and analyze the progress of the treatment. It can be used at the end of the treatment to evaluate if the outcome is consistent with the planned/desired treatment objectives.
The use of iOrtho requires the user to have the necessary training and domain knowledge in the practice of orthodonties, as well as to have received a dedicated training in the use of the software.
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY - K223518
A summary of 510(k) substantial equivalence information for this traditional 510(k) in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
| Submitter: | Shanghai EA Medical Instruments Co., Ltd.<br>No.1619 Huishan Avenue, Huishan Economic Development Zone<br>Wuxi, Jiangsu Province<br>China |
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| Company Contact Person:<br>Phone:<br>Email: | Jessica Luo, Regulatory Affairs, Angel Align<br>+86.0510.83591717(181)<br>luoyuqing@angelalign.com |
| Submission Correspondent:<br>Address:<br>Phone:<br>Email: | Breanne Butler, Regulatory Affairs Consultant<br>1321 Upland Dr. Suite 6792 Houston, TX 77043<br>860-810-5594<br>bbutler@primepathmedtech.com |
| Date Prepared: | June 12, 2023 |
| Trade Name Name: | iOrtho |
| Common Name: | Orthodontic plastic bracket (Software) |
| Classification Name: | Orthodontic plastic bracket (Software) |
| Product Code: | PNN |
| Device Classification: | Class II, 21 CFR 872.5470 |
| Predicate Device: | 3Shape A/S Ortho System (K171634) |
| Reference Device: | Wuxi EA Medical Instruments Technologies Limited Clear Aligner<br>(K203688) |
| Reference Device: | Dentsply Sirona CEREC Ortho Software (K171122) |
## Device Description:
iOrtho (hereafter referred to as "Proposed Device") includes modifications to the currently marketed software included in K203688, cleared October 8, 2021 (hereafter referred to as "Reference Device"). The Proposed Device is an orthodontic appliance design and treatment simulation software is for use by dental professionals to aid in diagnosis and design solutions for patients. Digital scans (3D) of a patient's dentition can be loaded into the software and the dental professional can then create treatment plans for each individual patient and their needs. The system can be used to fabricate 3D dental models
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using standard stereolithographic (STL) files for use in 3D printers. These models can then be used as a template for thermoforming aligners or retainers by Angel Align technicians.
## Indications for Use:
iOrtho is intended for use as a medical front-end device providing tools for management of orthodontic cases, systematic inspection, detailed analysis, treatment simulation and virtual appliance design options (Export of Models, Indirect Bonding Transfer Media, Sequential aligners) based on 3D models of the patient's dentition before the start of an orthodontic treatment. It can also be applied during the treatment to inspect and analyze the progress of the treatment. It can be used at the end of the treatment to evaluate if the outcome is consistent with the planned/desired treatment objectives.
The use of iOrtho requires the user to have the necessary training and domain knowledge in the practice of orthodontics, as well as to have received a dedicated training in the use of the software. Comparison to Predicate Devices:
The Proposed Device is functionally equivalent to the following device: 3Shape A/S Ortho System (K171634, cleared Jan 17, 2018) (hereafter referred to as "Predicate Device"), and possesses minor differences to the previously cleared Reference Device to allow treating physicians include mandible repositioning and traction accessories during treatment planning and simulation. The following table demonstrates the functional specifications of the Proposed Device are substantially equivalent to the Predicate Device, minorly different to the Reference Device, and raises no new questions regarding safety and effectiveness of the device.
| | Proposed Device: | Predicate Device: | Reference | Reference | |
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| Specification | iOrtho | 3Shape A/S Ortho<br>System (K171634) | Device: Wuxi<br>EA Medical<br>Instruments<br>Technologies<br>Limited. Clear<br>Aligner<br>(K203688) | Device:<br>Dentsply<br>Sirona<br>CEREC<br>Ortho<br>Software<br>(K171122) | Comparison<br>Result |
| Regulation<br>Number | 21 CFR 872.5470 | 21 CFR 872.5470 | 21 CFR 872.5470 | 21 CFR<br>872.5470 | Same |
| Classification<br>Name | Orthodontic Plastic<br>Bracket (Software) | Orthodontic Plastic<br>Bracket (Software) | Orthodontic<br>Plastic Bracket | Orthodontic<br>Plastic Bracket<br>(Software) | Same as<br>Predicate |
| Product Code | PNN | PNN | NXC | PNN | Same |
| Classification | Class II | Class II | Class II | Class II | Same |
| Indication for<br>Use | iOrtho | The 3Shape Ortho<br>System™<br>is intended for use<br>as a medical front-end<br>device<br>providing tools for<br>management of<br>orthodontic | Clear Aligners are<br>indicated for the<br>alignment of<br>teeth during<br>orthodontic<br>treatment of<br>malocclusion<br>in patients with | CEREC Ortho<br>Software is<br>intended for<br>use with image<br>data acquired<br>from handheld<br>intra oral 3D<br>cameras and | Similar to<br>predicate |
| | is intended for use<br>as a medical front-<br>end device | is intended for use<br>as a medical front-end<br>device | alignment of | intended for | |
| | providing tools for<br>management of<br>orthodontic cases. | providing tools for<br>management of<br>orthodontic | teeth during | use with image | |
| | orthodontic cases. | orthodontic | in patients with | cameras and | |
| Specification | Proposed Device:<br>iOrtho | Predicate Device:<br>3Shape A/S Ortho<br>System (K171634) | Reference Device: Wuxi<br>EA Medical<br>Instruments<br>Technologies<br>Limited. Clear<br>Aligner<br>(K203688) | Reference Device:<br>Dentsply<br>Sirona<br>CEREC<br>Ortho<br>Software<br>(K171122) | Comparison<br>Result |
| | systematic<br>inspection, detailed<br>analysis, treatment<br>simulation and<br>virtual appliance<br>design options<br>(Export of Models,<br>Indirect Bonding<br>Transfer Media,<br>Sequential aligners)<br>based on 3D models<br>of the patient's<br>dentition before the<br>start of an<br>orthodontic<br>treatment. It can<br>also be applied<br>during the<br>treatment to<br>inspect and analyze<br>the progress of the<br>treatment. It can be<br>used at the end of<br>the treatment to<br>evaluate if the<br>outcome is<br>consistent with the<br>planned/desired<br>treatment<br>objectives. | models, systematic<br>inspection, detailed<br>analysis, treatment<br>simulation and<br>virtual appliance<br>design options<br>(Custom Metal<br>Bands, Export of<br>Models, Indirect<br>Bonding Transfer<br>Media) based on<br>3D models of the<br>patient's dentition<br>before the start of<br>an orthodontic<br>treatment. It can<br>also be applied<br>during the<br>treatment to<br>inspect and analyze<br>the progress of the<br>treatment. It can<br>be used at the end<br>of the treatment to<br>evaluate if the<br>outcome is<br>consistent with the<br>planned/desired<br>treatment<br>objectives. | permanent<br>dentition (i.e. all<br>second molars). | desktop<br>laboratory<br>scanners to<br>create 3D<br>virtual models<br>to be used for<br>data acquisition<br>and modeling<br>analysis for<br>orthodontic<br>patients and<br>conditions. The<br>CEREC Ortho<br>Software 3D<br>model data can<br>be exported to<br>orthodontic<br>design software<br>to aid in the<br>design of<br>orthodontic<br>appliances. | |
| | The use of iOrtho<br><br>requires the user to<br>have the necessary<br>training and domain<br>knowledge in the<br>practice of | The use of the<br>Ortho System™<br><br>requires the user<br>to have the<br>necessary training<br>and domain<br>knowledge in the | | | |
| | | | | | |
| Specification | Proposed Device:<br>iOrtho | Predicate Device:<br>3Shape A/S Ortho<br>System (K171634) | Reference<br>Device: Wuxi<br>EA Medical<br>Instruments<br>Technologies<br>Limited. Clear<br>Aligner<br>(K203688) | Reference<br>Device:<br>Dentsply<br>Sirona<br>CEREC<br>Ortho<br>Software<br>(K171122) | Comparison<br>Result |
| | orthodontics, as<br>well as to have<br>received a<br>dedicated training<br>in the use of the<br>software. | practice of<br>orthodontics, as<br>well as to have<br>received a<br>dedicated training<br>in the use of the<br>software. | | | |
| Technological<br>Features | Stand Alone Software Imports Digital Dental Data Useful for as an aid in Diagnosis, and treatment planning Virtual Planning of tooth movement Patient follow-up monitoring and management Cephalometry | Stand Alone Software Imports Digital Patient Scans Can be used to design Dental Casts Useful for Diagnosis, treatment planning, and CAD design Virtual Planning of tooth movement | Produce 3D-model file of the PVS impression or digital scan. Identifies the individual teeth that will require treatment (i.e. repositioning) Creates a treatment plan (i.e. 3-D models that represent the treatment plan). The treating dental practitioner reviews these images using software and has the option to reject or request modifications | Stand Alone Software Imports Digital Patient Scans Can be used to design Dental Models | Similar to<br>Predicate |
| Specification | Proposed Device:<br>iOrtho | Predicate Device:<br>3Shape A/S Ortho<br>System (K171634) | Reference<br>Device: Wuxi<br>EA Medical<br>Instruments<br>Technologies<br>Limited. Clear<br>Aligner<br>(K203688) | Reference<br>Device:<br>Dentsply<br>Sirona<br>CEREC<br>Ortho<br>Software<br>(K171122) | Comparison<br>Result |
| Minimum<br>Hardware/Soft<br>ware<br>Requirements | • OS: Windows<br>7 )/Mac OS 10.12<br>• RAM: 2 GB<br>• Video Card: Any<br>that supports<br>webGL<br>• Hard Drive Space:<br>50MB<br>• Web browser<br>(iOrtho): Chrome<br>63+, Firefox 58+,<br>Safari 12+, Edge<br>79+<br>• Internet Access | • OS: Windows 7,<br>8, 10 64-bit<br>• RAM: 8 GB<br>• Video Card<br>Memory: 1 GB<br>• Hard Drive<br>Space: 250 GB<br>• CPU: Intel Core<br>i5 or equivalent<br>• Mouse: with<br>wheel button | • OS: Windows<br>7, 10, Mac OS<br>X<br>• RAM: 2 GB<br>(minimum)<br>• Hard Drive<br>Space: 50 MB<br>• Video Card:<br>Graphics<br>Display Card<br>supporting<br>webGL<br>• Web Browser:<br>Chrome 9+,<br>Firefox 4+,<br>Safari 5.1+,<br>Edge 5.1+,<br>IE11+<br>• Internet<br>Access | • OS:<br>Windows 7,<br>64-bit<br>• RAM: 8 GB<br>• Video Card<br>Memory: 1<br>GB<br>• Hard Drive<br>Space: 250<br>GB<br>• CPU: Intel<br>QuadCore<br>1.6 GHz<br>processor | Similar |
| Login Method | Username and<br>password | Username and<br>password | Username and<br>password | Unknown | Same |
| Supported<br>Anatomic Areas | Maxilla/Mandible | Maxilla/Mandible | Maxilla/Mandibl<br>e | Maxilla/Mandib<br>le | Same |
| Intended Use | | | | | |
| Specification | Proposed Device:<br>iOrtho | Predicate Device:<br>3Shape A/S Ortho<br>System (K171634) | Reference<br>Device: Wuxi<br>EA Medical<br>Instruments<br>Technologies<br>Limited. Clear<br>Aligner<br>(K203688) | Reference<br>Device:<br>Dentsply<br>Sirona<br>CEREC<br>Ortho<br>Software<br>(K171122) | Comparison<br>Result |
| Managing<br>Patient and<br>case base data | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Collection of<br>study material | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Segmenting of<br>study material<br>(Segmenting<br>gums/bone) | Yes — auto-<br>segmented with<br>manual adjustment | Yes — manual<br>selection | Yes — manual<br>selection | Yes — auto-<br>segmented<br>with manual<br>adjustment | Similar |
| Alignment of<br>study material | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Measuring<br>study material | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Measurement<br>point selection | Automatic with<br>manual adjustment | Manual selection | Manual selection | Automatic with<br>manual<br>adjustment | Similar |
| Analyzing study<br>material | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Treatment<br>simulation | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A | Same |
| Treatment<br>Options | Up to unlimited<br>number of stages | No limit on number<br>of stages | Up to unlimited<br>number of stages | N/A | Similar |
| Virtual<br>appliance<br>design | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Surface scan<br>for intraoral<br>scanner | Yes | Yes…
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