K220874 · Lares Research · EGS · Nov 7, 2022 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K220874
Device Name
Smooth Drive contra angle and straight handpieces
Applicant
Lares Research
Product Code
EGS · Dental
Decision Date
Nov 7, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.4200
Device Class
Class 1
Attributes
Therapeutic
Intended Use
Products intended for professional use only. Used in general dentistry for restoration procedures.
Device Story
High-speed dental handpiece; electric motor-driven; 1:5 speed-increasing transmission; connects to ISO 3964 compatible electric motors (0-40,000 rpm); produces working end speed of 0-200,000 rpm; features push-button chucking system for ISO 1797 type 3 burs; used by dental professionals in clinical settings for restorative procedures; provides mechanical power to rotary instruments; benefits patient through efficient tooth structure removal during dental restorations.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical field trials conducted. Bench testing only; performance validation included motor connection, speed, sound, temperature, and chucking mechanism testing.
Technological Characteristics
1:5 speed-increasing transmission; ISO 3964 type 3 motor connection; ISO 1797 type 3 compatible push-button chucking system; fiber optic illumination; autoclavable; electric motor-driven; 0-200,000 rpm output speed.
Indications for Use
Indicated for professional use in general dentistry for restoration procedures.
Regulatory Classification
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.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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November 7, 2022
Lares Research Bruce Holderbein Director of Engineering and Regulatory Affairs 295 Lockheed Ave Chico, California 95973
Re: K220874
Trade/Device Name: Smooth Drive contra angle and straight handpieces Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4200 Regulation Name: Dental Handpiece And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class I, reserved Product Code: EGS Dated: October 3, 2022 Received: October 11, 2022
Dear Bruce Holderbein:
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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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); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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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
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K220874
Device Name Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle handpiece
Indications for Use (Describe) Products intended for professional use only. Used in general dentistry for restoration procedures.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</span> | Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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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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K220874
#### Submitter
## 807.92(a)(1)
Lares Research 295 Lockheed Ave Chico, Ca 95973
| Contact person: | Bruce Holderbein |
|-----------------|-----------------------------|
| Telephone: | 530-345-1767 extension 2862 |
| Date prepared: | September 23, 2022 |
#### Device Name
## 807.92(a)(2)
Trade Names:
Common Name: Classification Name:
Regulation Number: Classification Code:
#### Predicate Devices
Predicate Device (primary): Predicate Device (secondary, for biocompatibility material comparison):
Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle handpiece
Contra Angle Handpiece Handpiece, Contra-Angle Attachment, Dental 21 CFR 872.4200 EGS
## 807.92(a)(3)
807.92(a)(4)
Bien Air Dental - CA Classic 1:5 L K983183
KaVo 25 LPA 1:5 contra angle K073478
#### Device Description
The Lares Research Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle is a high-speed dental handpiece which is driven by an electrical motor. The device is designed to be connected to ISO 3964 compatible electric motors operating between 0 and 40,000 rpm. The device has a 1:5 speed increasing transmission (identified by the industry standard red ring) which translates to a working end speed of 0 to 200,000 rpm. The device has a push button chucking system is designed to allow convenient bur changing for ISO 1797 type 3 burs.
Bien Air Dental offers their Classic line of electric motor driven handpieces with the same intended use and substantially equivalent device design with model designations of CA 1:5 L contra angle handpieces.
#### Indications for Use
807.92(a)(5)
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Lares Research Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle handpiece is intended for professional use only. The device is used in general dentistry for restoration procedures.
#### Device Technological Characteristics
## Summary Table of Technological Characteristics
| | Nonclinical Tests Discussion |
|--|------------------------------|
| | |
Nonclinical tests included:
Performance tests were conducted in-house at Lares Research with production samples of the Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle. The contra angle motor connection, speed, sound, temperature and chucking mechanism were all evaluated during validation testing. Validation testing concluded the device meets all of the applicable consensus standards.
## Clinical Test Discussion
No clinical field trials have been conducted with the Lares Research Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle handpiece.
## Conclusion
Information in this submission provides data confirming the Lares Research Smoothdrive 1:5 contra angle handpiece is substantially equivalent to the predicate Bien Air Classic 1:5 L handpiece when used as intended. Both devices are equally safe and effective when used as intended for general dentistry restorative
807.92(b)(1)
807.92(b)(2)
807.92(b)(3)
| Product | Smoothdrive 1:5<br>contra angle | Classic CA 1:5 L | Kavo 25 L:1.5<br>contra angle |
|--------------------|----------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------|
| Motor connection | ISO 3964 type 3 | ISO 3964 type 3 | ISO 3964 type 3 |
| Transmission | 1:5 speed increasing | 1:5 speed<br>increasing | 1:5 speed<br>increasing |
| Chucking system | Push button ISO<br>1797 type 3<br>compatible | Push button ISO<br>1797 type 3<br>compatible | Push button ISO<br>1797 type 3<br>compatible |
| Motor speed | 0-40k rpm | 0-40k rpm | 0-40k rpm |
| Bur rotating speed | 0-200k rpm | 0-200k rpm | 0-200k rpm |
| Fiber optic | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Autoclavable | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Bien Air Dental
KaVo 25 LPA 1:5
807.92(a)(6)
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## Section 5 - 510(k) Summary
procedures when coupled to a 0 – 40k rpm ISO 3964 type 3 compatible electric dental motor.
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