← Product Code [EGS](/submissions/DE/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/EGS) · K133178 # LUXATOR LX HANDPIECE (K133178) _Directa AB · EGS · Nov 24, 2015 · Dental · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/EGS/K133178 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Directa AB - **Product Code:** [EGS](/submissions/DE/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/EGS.md) - **Decision Date:** Nov 24, 2015 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.4200 - **Device Class:** Class 1 - **Review Panel:** Dental - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use This device is designed to expand the tooth socket by widening the gap between root and bone to facilitate tooth removal due to caries, trauma, orthodontic reasons. ## Device Story Luxator® LX Handpiece is a dental instrument designed to facilitate tooth extraction. It functions by expanding the tooth socket, widening the gap between the tooth root and the surrounding bone. The device is used by dental professionals in a clinical setting to assist in the removal of teeth compromised by caries, trauma, or orthodontic requirements. By mechanically widening the periodontal space, the handpiece aids the clinician in the extraction process, potentially reducing trauma to the surrounding bone and simplifying the removal procedure. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Mechanical dental handpiece. Designed for manual or powered socket expansion. Materials and construction consistent with standard dental surgical instruments. No electronic, software, or algorithmic components. ## Regulatory Identification A dental handpiece and accessories is an AC-powered, water-powered, air-powered, or belt-driven, hand-held device that may include a foot controller for regulation of speed and direction of rotation or a contra-angle attachment for difficult to reach areas intended to prepare dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings, and for cleaning teeth. ## 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. 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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002 November 24, 2015 Directa Ab Mr. Henric Karsk CEO P.O. Box 723 SE-194 47 Upplands Väsby SWEDEN Re: K133178 Trade/Device Name: Luxator® LX Handpiece Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4200 Regulation Name: Dental Handpieces and accessories Regulatory Class: I Product Code: EGS Dated: October 13, 2015 Received: October 13, 2015 ## Dear Mr. Karsk: 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. 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The background is white. 510(k) Notification LuxatorLX ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known): K133178 Device Name: Luxator®LX handpiece Indications for Use This device is designed to expand the tooth socket by widening the gap between root and bone to facilitate tooth removal due to caries, trauma, orthodontic reasons. > Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D ]Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C Concurrence of Center for Devices and Devices and Radiological Health (CDRG) --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/EGS/K133178](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/DE/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/EGS/K133178) **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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