K972444 · Implant Innovations, Inc. · DZE · Aug 26, 1997 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K972444
Device Name
3I INNOVATIVE IMPLANTS AND COVER SCREWS
Applicant
Implant Innovations, Inc.
Product Code
DZE · Dental
Decision Date
Aug 26, 1997
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.3640
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
An Endosseous Dental Implant is indicated for surgical placement in the upper or lower jaw arches, to provide a root form means for prosthetic appliance attachment to restore a patient's chewing function.
Device Story
Rocket II is a design modification for 3i endosseous dental implants; features internally tapered 'Morse' taper coronal aspect with interlocking hex; enables one-stage surgical protocol; placed at or below mucosal tissue surface; uses cover screw during healing; restored with conventional components. Used by clinicians in dental surgery; reduces chair time; provides greater frictional surface area for implant-abutment interface; reduces micro-movement between components; helps prevent screw loosening and fracture. Commercially pure titanium or titanium alloy; screw-type or cylindrical; machined or acid-etched surfaces. Packaged sterile.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is based on design modification and comparison to predicate technology.
Technological Characteristics
Commercially pure titanium or titanium alloy; screw-type or cylindrical; machined or acid-etched (OsseoTite) surfaces; diameters 3.25-6.00mm; lengths 7.0-20.0mm; coronal taper 1.0-4.0mm. Features 'Morse' taper with interlocking hex. Sterilized to SAL 10^-6 per AAMI/international standards.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring prosthetic appliance attachment to restore chewing function via surgical placement in upper or lower jaw arches. Contraindicated in patients with insufficient bone width/height, poor bone quality, poor oral hygiene, heavy smoking/tobacco abuse, blood disorders, infection, vascular impairment, uncontrolled diabetes, drug/alcohol abuse, chronic high-dose steroid therapy, metabolic bone disease, or other systemic disorders affecting bone/wound healing.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endosseous dental implant is a prescription device made of a material such as titanium or titanium alloy that is intended to be surgically placed in the bone of the upper or lower jaw arches to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth, in order to restore a patient's chewing function.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II if it is a root-form endosseous dental implant. The root-form endosseous dental implant is characterized by four geometrically distinct types: Basket, screw, solid cylinder, and hollow cylinder. 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.)(2)
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II if it is a blade-form endosseous dental implant. The special controls for this device are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the geometry and material composition are consistent with the intended use;
(ii) Mechanical performance (fatigue) testing under simulated physiological conditions to demonstrate maximum load (endurance limit) when the device is subjected to compressive and shear loads;
(iii) Corrosion testing under simulated physiological conditions to demonstrate corrosion potential of each metal or alloy, couple potential for an assembled dissimilar metal implant system, and corrosion rate for an assembled dissimilar metal implant system;
(iv) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible;
(v) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of the device;
(vi) Performance testing to evaluate the compatibility of the device in a magnetic resonance (MR) environment;
(vii) Labeling must include a clear description of the technological features, how the device should be used in patients, detailed surgical protocol and restoration procedures, relevant precautions and warnings based on the clinical use of the device, and qualifications and training requirements for device users including technicians and clinicians;
(viii) Patient labeling must contain a description of how the device works, how the device is placed, how the patient needs to care for the implant, possible adverse events and how to report any complications; and
(ix) Documented clinical experience must demonstrate safe and effective use and capture any adverse events observed during clinical use.
Predicate Devices
ITI Straumann Dental Implant System
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K972444
AUG 26 1997
# 510(k) SUMMARY
#### ENDOSSEOUS DENTAL IMPLANT SYSTEMS "ROCKET II" DESIGN MODIFICATION OPTION
### 01 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Current 31 implants are designed and constructed with a smooth polished 2.0mm collar and "External Hexed" coronal aspect, that is normally positioned surgically, just below the crest of the ridge, placing the coronal external hexed surface even with the crest of the ridge. To this "hexed" coronal aspect, a healing abutment, final abutment or UCLA Gold Cylinder is attached completing the restorative aspect of the implant procedure, providing natural ridge and emergence profiles and very natural and aesthetically pleasing restorations. All current 31 implants use this very standard hexed implant design.
The "Two-Part Implant System consists of the implant itself and any of a variety of transmucosal, temporary healing and permanent abutment systems and devices. Current 31 systems, both threaded and plasma sprayed cylindrical designs are used extensively in traditional two-stage surgical protocols and single surgical protocols, using the extensive line of 3i Temporary Healing Abutment Systems. These systems and procedures are well accepted and provide excellent clinical benefit with very predictable outcomes.
The ITI Straumann Dental Implant System does not incorporate this "traditional" hexed coronal aspect. This system incorporates an internal tapered aspect in the coronal aspect of the implant. This taper (JTI identifies as a "Morse Taper") provides a much greater surface area for frictional interface between the implant and the connecting components This feature significantly reduces the potential for abutment loosening and helps to protect abutment retaining threads from functional loading
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The 31 "Rocket 11" design modification provides the current 31 implant and restorative systems that incorporates a similar, internally tapered, integral transmucosal aspect. This feature will permit a One-Stage Surgical procedure, in which the implant will be placed at or just below the soft mucosal tissue surfaces. As with the single stage procedure using two-stage implant systems, instead of using a temporary healing abutment on the implant, a simple cover screw will be used during the healing stages.
Upon healing, the cover screw will be removed and the implant restored using conventional techniques and components. The components for the modified implant will be identical to current 31 abutment systems, but will feature the opposing modified "Morse" tapered aspect of the implant
No other aspect of the implant or restorative systems will change and no new materials, processes, devices or indications for use or performance claims are being made at this time. This submission covers only the requested design modification to the coronal aspect of 31's current threaded (Standard Threaded, Self-Tapping and "OsseoTite" surface (acid treated) and Titanium Plasma Sprayed (TPS) Cylindrical implant designs .
# 02 CLASSIFICATION NAME: Endosseous Dental Implant
### 03. COMMON/USUAL NAMES:
Dental implants, Screw Type Implants, Cylinder Implants, Press-Fit Implants, Single Stage Dental Implant, Innovative Implants and Cover Screws, Branemark Implants, ITI Implants.
# 04. PROPRIETARY NAME: 3i Innovative Implants and Cover Screws.
NOTE: This submission covers a proposed design modification referred to as the "Rocket II" design feature.
# 05. ESTABLISHMENT REGISTRATION NUMBER: 1038806
#### 06. CLASSIFICATION:
Endosseous dental implants, per 872.3640 are class III devices. Date PMA or Notice of Completion of a PDP is required but no effective date has yet been
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established for the requirements for Premarket approval.
### 07. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. Not applicable
### 08. LABEL/LABELING MATERIALS:
Product labeling, instructions for use and promotional materials have yet to be developed. Labeling and instructions for use will follow a similar format as other 31 sterile implant systems and will at a minimum contain the following
Product Catalog Number Product name, nomenclature and relevant sizes Product lot number 3i address and phone numbers
#### 09 FORM
The proposed "Rocket II" implant design consists of the current 31 designs for a commercially pure titanium, screw-type implant (3i Standard Threaded, Self-Tapping or titanium alloy cylindrical implant, plasma sprayed with Commercially Pure Titanium, modified to include the extended, internally tapered coronal aspect, very similar to the ITI Straumann Dental Implant System. This will be a modified 3i design and will be offered as an option to current 31 implant and restorative systems. All aspects of the proposed design modification are related to the coronal aspect of the implants. No other unplant design feature, material or processing aspect is being altered.
"Rocket II" modified threaded implants will be available in Standard Threaded or Self-Tapping ("ICE" Incremental Cutting Edge) designs with either machined or "OsseoTite" (acid etched) surfaces, in identical sizes as currently available: Diameters between 3.25 and 6.00 mm's and lengths between 7 0 and 20.0mm's. The polished, extended coronal aspect of the implant is of various lengths between 1.0 and 4.0 mm's to provide the clinician a variety of transmucosal options
The "Rocket II" design modification provides an implant that permits single surgical stage placement with coronal aspect of cover screw at or just below the mucosal tissue surface.
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The internal aspect of the transmucosal aspect of the implant consists of a modified "Morse" taper with an interlocking "Hex" feature for two-piece abutment components. With the exception of the interlocking hex feature, the coronal aspect of the "Rocket II" design is very similar to what Straumann markets as its "Morse Taper".
The "Rocket II" design modification permits a single stage surgical protocol utilizing current 3i drilling armamentarium that reduces chair time for both patient and clinician. The modified "Morse" taper design, provide a much greater frictional surface area for substantially greater frictional interface between implant and restorative screws and components, that helps to further reduce "micro-movement" between components. It is well documented in the literature, that "micro-movement" is a contributing cause to screw loosening and subsequent fracture
Restorative options for the "Rocket II" design modification will incorporate nearly all 3i restorative tools and components, with the only differences related to incorporation of the matching, interference-fit, modified taper and interlocking HEX feature
Implants with the "Rocket II'' design modification will be packaged in the standard dual-tray package and distributed presterilized to a Sterility Assurance Level of 10- Sterilization validation is accomplished as specified by AAMI and other harmonized international standards.
### 10 SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE.
The proposed design modification "Rocket II" combines the internally tapered, single surgical stage superior aspect currently offered in the Implants of the ITI Straumann Dental Implant System with the Standard Threaded, Self-Tapping and TPS Cylindrical implant body designs currently available from 31. Thus, the proposed Rocket II design implants are in fact, substantially equivalent to current dental implants from 31 and ITI Straumann
#### 11. INDICATIONS FOR USE
Indications for use of the 3i Endosseous Dental Implant Systems are not altered by this submission. An Endosseous Dental Implant is indicated for
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surgical placement in the upper or lower jaw arches, to provide a root form means for prosthetic appliance attache to restore a patient`s chewing function. A successfully osseontegrated implant will achieve a firm and direct connection between the living bone and the surface of the titanium or titanium alloy implant when surgically implanted under controlled conditions, per well known clinical studies.
There has been no change in the indications for use as those specified in the original respective submissions.
### 12. CONTRAINDICATIONS
31 implants and Abutments should not be used in cases where the remaining jaw bone is too diminished to provide adequate width or height to surround the implant. Lack of osseointegration or subsequent implant failure may occur in cases where there is insufficient available bone or poor bone quality, poor oral hygiene, heavy smoking or tobacco abuse, or medical conditions such as blood disorders, infection(s), vascular impairment at surgical site, uncontrolled diabetes, heavy smoking or tobacco abuse, drug or alcohol abuse, chronic high dose steroid therapy, medical conditions such as blood clotting disorders, current or ongoing anticoagulant therapy, metabolic bone disease or other metabolic or systemic disorders which may adversely affect bone or wound healing or cases in which the available bone is too diminished to provide adequate width or height to adequately hold implants and restorative appliances.
#### 13. WARNINGS:
For safe and effective use of 3i implants and abutments, it is strongly suggested that specialized training be undertaken since the surgical techniques required to place dental implants are highly specialized and complex procedures. Improper patient selection and technique can cause implant and/or abutment failure with possible loss of supporting bone.
### 14. PRECAUTIONS:
Thorough screening of prospective implant candidates must be performed Visual inspection as well as panoramic and periapical radiographs are essential to determine anatomical landmarks, occlusal conditions, parodontal
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status, and adequacy of bone. Lateral cephalometric radiographs, CT Scans, and tomogram may also be beneficial
#### 15 ADVERSE EFFECTS
Loss of implant anchorage (failure to osseointegrate) and loss of the prosthesis are possible occurrences after surgery. Lack of quantity or quality of remaining bone, infections, poor patient oral hygiene or cooperation, and generalized diseases (diabetes, etc.) are some potential causes for loss of anchorage
#### 16 SURGICAL COMPLICATIONS:
The implant procedure has risks, including localized swelling, dehiscence, tenderness of short duration, edema, hematoma, or bleeding. Numbness of the lower lip and chin region following lower jaw surgery, and of the tissue beside the nose following upper jaw surgery, is a possible side effect of the surgery. Though it would most probably be of a temporary nature, in very rare cases, the numbness has been permanent. Gingival/Mucosal (gum tissue) ulceration, tissue reaction, or infection may occur, but generally responds to local care.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. William G. Conety Requlatory Affairs Implant Innovations, Incorporated 4555 Riverside Drive Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
AUG 26 1997
Re : K972444 3I Innovative Implants and Cover Screws Trade Name: Regulatory Class: III DZE Product Code: Dated: June 23, 1997 Received: June 30, 1997
Dear Mr. Conety:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major requlations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. ਸ substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General requlation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA ww finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed 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 requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diaqnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Timothy A. Ulatowski
Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# INDICATIONS FOR USE
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Device Name: "Rocket II" 3i Endosseous Dental Implant System Design Modification
INDICATIONS FOR USE:
Indications for use of the 3i Endosseous Dental Implant Systems are not altered by this submission. An Endosseous Dental Implant is indicated for surgical placement in the upper or lower jaw arches, to provide a root form means for prosthetic appliance attachment to restore a patient's chewing function.
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