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# STERNOMEGA BONDING AGENT, STERNOMEGA COMPOSITE LC, STERNOMEGA COMPOMER LC (K982692)

_Sterngold/Implamed · EBF · Oct 22, 1998 · Dental · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Sterngold/Implamed
- **Product Code:** [EBF](/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/EBF.md)
- **Decision Date:** Oct 22, 1998
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Abbreviated
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.3690
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Dental
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic, Pediatric

## Indications for Use

The SternOmega Dental Composite System is indicated for dental filling of cavities. The SternOmega Composite LC is indicated for filling of all classes of cavities. The SternOmega Compomer LC is indicated for Class V restorations, cervical abrasions and erosions, Class III restorations, and for restorations of all cavity classes including Classes I and II in deciduous teeth. The SternOmega Bonding Agent is indicated for all adhesive restorations with compomers and composites, including the SternOmega Composite LC and the SternOmega Compomer LC.

## Device Story

System comprises light-curing, radiopaque dental filling materials (Composite LC, Compomer LC) and self-conditioning, one-component bonding agent. Used by dentists for cavity restorations. Bonding agent applied to dentin/enamel to facilitate adhesion of composite/compomer materials. Materials cured via light-activation. System provides permanent or temporary filling solutions depending on cavity class and material type. Benefits include restoration of tooth structure and function.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Compliance with FDA guidance for the Preparation of a Premarket Notification (510(k)) for Direct Filling Dental Composites (January 1996) used to demonstrate safety and performance.

## Technological Characteristics

Light-curing, radiopaque universal hybrid composite and compomer dental filling materials. Self-conditioning, one-component bonding agent. Materials are single-paste systems. No specific material standards or software algorithms described.

## Regulatory Identification

Tooth shade resin material is a device composed of materials such as bisphenol-A glycidyl methacrylate (Bis-GMA) intended to restore carious lesions or structural defects in teeth.

## Predicate Devices

- Prime & Bond 2.1 ([K962348](/device/K962348.md))
- Optibond Solo Single Component ([K940513](/device/K940513.md))
- Dentemp One Step ([K964773](/device/K964773.md))
- Bond 1 ([K973388](/device/K973388.md))
- Single Bond (Unknown)
- XRV Herculite ([K844662](/device/K844662.md))
- Prodigy AC ([K963805](/device/K963805.md))
- Renamel Hybrid ([K921820](/device/K921820.md))
- Charisma ([K932013](/device/K932013.md))
- Tetric Ceram ([K964285](/device/K964285.md))
- Tetric ([K922569](/device/K922569.md))
- Compoglass ([K951836](/device/K951836.md))
- Dyract ([K950991](/device/K950991.md))
- Hytac Aplitip ([K962442](/device/K962442.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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# OCT 22 1998

510(k) Summary

| Trade Name:          | SternOmega Dental Composite System consisting of SternOmega Bonding<br>Agent, SternOmega Composite LC and SternOmega Compomer LC |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Sponsor:             | Sterngold ImplaMed<br>23 Frank Mossberg Drive<br>P.O. Box 2967<br>Attleboro, MA 02703-0967<br>Registration #2921595              |
| Device Generic Name: | Dental composite system                                                                                                          |
| Classification:      | According to Section 513 of the Federal Food, Drug, and                                                                          |

### Predicate Devices:

| Product Name                   | 510(k) # | Manufacturer              |
|--------------------------------|----------|---------------------------|
| SternOmega Bonding Agent       |          |                           |
| Prime & Bond 2.1               | K962348  | Dentsply Int'l.           |
| Optibond Solo Single Component | K940513  | Kerr Mfg. Co.             |
| Dentemp One Step               | K964773  | Bisco (Majestic Drug Co.) |
| Bond 1                         | K973388  | Jeneric/Pentron Inc.      |
| Single Bond                    | Unknown  | 3M                        |
| SternOmega Composite LC        |          |                           |
| XRV Herculite                  | K844662  | Kerr Mfg. Co.             |
| Prodigy AC                     | K963805  | Sybron Dental Specialties |
| Renamel Hybrid                 | K921820  | Cosmedent, Inc.           |
| Charisma                       | K932013  | Heraeus Kulzer            |
| Tetric Ceram                   | K964285  | Ivoclar North America     |
| Tetric                         | K922569  | Ivoclar North America     |
| SternOmega Compomer LC         |          |                           |
| Compoglass                     | K951836  | Ivoclar North America     |
| Dyract                         | K950991  | Dentsply Int'l.           |
| Hytac Aplitip                  | K962442  | ESPE                      |

## Product Description:

The SternOmega Bonding Agent is a light-curing, one-component bonding agent for compomer and composite, which is applied to dentin and enamel. The bonding agent is self-conditioning, having the primer and bonding adhesive in one bottle.

The SternOmega Composite LC is a single-paste, light-curing, radiopaque universal hybrid composite dental filling material indicated for filling all classes of cavities. It is used in conjunction with the SternOmega Bonding Agent.

The SternOmega Compomer LC is a single-paste, light-curing, radiopaque dental filling material indicated for permanent filling of Class III and V cavities, and for temporary filing of Class I and II cavities. It is used in conjunction with the SternOmega Bonding Agent.

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#### Indications for Use:

The SternOmega Dental Composite System is indicated for dental filling of cavities.

The SternOmega Composite LC is indicated for filling of all classes of cavities.

The SternOmega Compomer LC is indicated for Class V restorations, cervical abrasions and erosions, Class III restorations, and for restorations of all cavity classes including Classes I and II in deciduous teeth.

The SternOmega Bonding Agent is indicated for all adhesive restorations with compomers and composites, including the SternOmega Composite LC and the SternOmega Compomer LC.

#### Safety and Performance:

This submission is a Special 510(k): Abbreviated 510(k) as described in FDA's guidance document entitled "The New 510(k) Paradigm - Alternate Approaches to Demonstrating Substantial Equivalence in Premarket Notifications." In support of this 510(k), Sterngold ImplaMed has provided information to demonstrate conformity with FDA's guidance document entitled Guidance for the Preparation of a Premarket Notification (510(k)) for Direct Filling Dental Composites, January 1996.

#### Conclusion:

Based on the indications for use, technological characteristics, and comparison to predicate devices, the Stern Omega Dental Composite System has been shown to be safe and effective for its intended use.

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

OCT 22 1998

Sterngold ImplaMed C/O Ms. Pamela Papineau Delphi Medical Device Consultant 50 Brewster Street Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860

K982692 Re: SternOmega Bonding Agent, SternOmega Trade Name: Composite LC, SternOmega Compomer LC II Requlatory Class: Product Code: EBF July 27, 1998 Dated: August 3, 1998 Received:

Dear Ms. Papineau:

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. বৈ substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP 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 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA 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 diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4692. 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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510(k) Number (if known): _

Device Name: SternOmega Dental Composite System consisting of : SternOmega Bonding Agent, SternOmega Composite LC and SternOmega Compomer LC

Indications for Use:

The SternOmega Dental Composite System is indicated for dental filling of cavities.

The SternOmega Composite LC is indicated for filling of all classes of cavities:

The SternOmega Compomer LC is indicated for Class V restorations, cervical abrasions and erosions, Class III restorations, and for restorations of all cavity classes including Classes I and II in deciduous teeth.

The SternOmega Bonding Agent is indicated for all adhesive restorations with compomers and composites, including the SternOmega Composite LC and the SternOmega Compomer LC.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Hevell Sheppes
(Division Sign-Off)

Division of Dental, Infection Control. and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number

Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

OR

Over-the -Counter Use

C30014

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