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# AZ ULTRASONIC SYSTEM (K042056)

_J. Morita USA, Inc. · ELC · Sep 30, 2004 · Dental · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** J. Morita USA, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [ELC](/submissions/DE/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/ELC.md)
- **Decision Date:** Sep 30, 2004
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.4850
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Dental
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Intended Use

The AZ Ultrasonic System is an Ultra Scaler intended for use with an appropriate tip for scaling, crown removal, amalgam condensation, excavating, periodontic or endodontic use.

## Device Story

AZ Ultrasonic System is a dental ultrasonic scaler used by dental professionals in clinical settings. Device utilizes ultrasonic energy to drive specialized tips for various dental applications, including scaling, crown removal, amalgam condensation, and endodontic/periodontic procedures. System operates by converting electrical energy into mechanical ultrasonic vibrations at the tip, which are applied to tooth surfaces or dental materials. Output is controlled by the clinician to perform precise dental tasks. Benefits include efficient removal of calculus and dental debris, and facilitation of restorative and endodontic procedures.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only.

## Technological Characteristics

Ultrasonic scaler system; operates via ultrasonic energy transduction to drive dental tips. Class II device (Product Code ELC).

## Regulatory Identification

An ultrasonic scaler is a device intended for use during dental cleaning and periodontal (gum) therapy to remove calculus deposits from teeth by application of an ultrasonic vibrating scaler tip to the teeth.

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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## Public Health Service

SEP 3 0 2004

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Mr. Howard Rowe Consultant J. Morita USA, Incorporated 9 Mason Irvine, California 92618

Re: K042056

Trade/Device Name: AZ Ultrasonic System Regulation Number: 872.4850 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Scaler Regulatory Class: II Product Code: ELC Dated: July 20, 2004 Received: July 30, 2004

Dear Mr. Rowe:

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 approvisions 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 (1 wr 1), it an 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.

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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

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## Indications For Use Statement

| 510(k) Number (if known): | Not Assigned to date K0420520 |
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Device Name:

AZ Ultrasonic System

Indications For Use:

The AZ Ultrasonic System is an Ultra Scaler intended for use with an appropriate tip for scaling, crown removal, amalgam condensation, excavating, periodontic or endodontic use.

Susan Runne

Division Sign-Off) Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control, Dental Devices

510(k) Number: C042056

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use
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