← Product Code [ELM](/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ELM) · K033628 # ARTIC (K033628) _Heraeus Kulzer, Inc. · ELM · Jan 16, 2004 · Dental · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ELM/K033628 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Heraeus Kulzer, Inc. - **Product Code:** [ELM](/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ELM.md) - **Decision Date:** Jan 16, 2004 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.3590 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Dental - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use Artic line are artificial synthethic resin permanent teeth. The enamel and dentine layers of HK teerh are highly cross-linked and suit the rate of natural abrasion, The base of the tooth is less cross-linked to achieve optimum bonding between the tooth and the denture acrylic ## Device Story Artic artificial resin teeth; preformed plastic denture teeth. Designed with highly cross-linked enamel and dentine layers to mimic natural abrasion rates; base layer less cross-linked to facilitate bonding with denture base resins. Compatible with all standard denture base resins. Used by dental professionals in the fabrication of dental prosthetics. Provides functional and aesthetic replacement for missing natural teeth. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Preformed plastic denture teeth; artificial synthetic resin construction. Features multi-layer design with highly cross-linked enamel/dentine and lower cross-linked base for bonding. Class II device (Product Code ELM). ## Regulatory Identification A preformed plastic denture tooth is a prefabricated device, composed of materials such as methyl methacrylate, that is intended for use as a tooth in a denture. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9. ## Predicate Devices - JelDent Basic ([K000213](/device/K000213.md)) - Premium ([K011130](/device/K011130.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ K033628 JAN 1 6 2004 ## Summary of Safety and effectiveness ## Submitter: | Company Name: | Heraeus Kulzer, Inc. | |----------------|---------------------------------------------------------| | Address: | 4315 South Lafayette Blvd.
South Bend, Indiana 46614 | | Telephone No.: | 574-299-6662 | | Fax No.: | 574-299-6616 | | Date: | November 17, 2003 | ## Name of Device Classification Name: Preformed Plastic Denture Tooth Proprietary Name: Artic® Common Name: Denture Tooth Equivalent Device JelDent Basic [K000213] Premium [K011130] Description for the Premarket Notification Artic is classified as Preformed Plastic Teeth (21C.F.R. § 872.3590) Under this submission the intended use is the same and is equivalent to Heraeus Kulzer's already 510(K)-cleared JelDent Basic® {K000213} and Premium [K011130]. Artic artificial resin teeth are compatible with all denture base resins. If necessary special instructions for the bonding to denture base resins are included in the users instruction of the denture base. {1}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/1/Picture/1 description: The image shows the seal of the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) of the United States of America. The seal features a stylized caduceus, a symbol often associated with medicine and healthcare, with three snakes intertwined around a staff. The text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES • USA" is arranged in a circular pattern around the caduceus. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 JAN 1 6 2004 Ms. Cheryl V. Zimmerman Director, Quality Operations & Regulatory Affairs Heraeus Kulzer, Incorporated 4315 South Lafayette Boulevard South Bend, Indiana 46614-2517 Re: K033628 Trade/Device Name: Artic® Regulation Number: 872.3590 Regulation Name: Performed Plastic Denture Tooth Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: ELM Dated: November 17, 2003 Received: November 24, 2003 Dear Ms. Zimmerman: 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. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such 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. {2}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 – Ms. Zimmerman 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); 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. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers. International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html Sincerely yours, Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3}------------------------------------------------ 033628 Page 1 of 1 510(k) Number (if Known): Device Name: Artic Indications For Use: Artic line are artificial synthethic resin permanent teeth. The enamel and dentine layers of HK teerh are highly cross-linked and suit the rate of natural abrasion, The base of the tooth is less cross-linked to achieve optimum bonding between the tooth and the denture acrylic (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) Over-The-Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) Suam Puns OR (Division Sign-Off) livision of Anesthesiology, General Hospital Infection Control, Dental Der 510(k) Number: K033628 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ELM/K033628](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/ELM/K033628) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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