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# NEW PROPHY POWDER (K014188)

_Dentsply Intl. · KOJ · Mar 15, 2002 · Dental · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Dentsply Intl.
- **Product Code:** [KOJ](/submissions/DE/subpart-g%E2%80%94miscellaneous-devices/KOJ.md)
- **Decision Date:** Mar 15, 2002
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.6080
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Dental

## Indications for Use

For use with all DENTSPLY® Cavitron™ Prophy-Jet® Systems and DENTSPLY® Cavitron-Jet™ Systems for cleaning, polishing and restoring the natural esthetics of tooth enamel.

## Device Story

New Prophy Powder is a dental prophylaxis agent used in DENTSPLY air polishing units. The powder is mixed with air and water within the Cavitron Jet system to create a spray; this spray is applied to tooth enamel by a dental professional to clean and polish the surface. The device is used in a clinical dental setting. It benefits the patient by restoring natural tooth esthetics. The powder is supplied in bottles for use with existing DENTSPLY air polishing equipment.

## Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. Biocompatibility testing performed for cytotoxicity, acute oral toxicity, irritation, and sensitization.

## Technological Characteristics

Prophylaxis powder formulation for use in air polishing units. Components consist of materials previously used in legally marketed dental devices. Biocompatibility verified per standard dental safety requirements.

## Regulatory Identification

An airbrush is an AC-powered device intended for use in conjunction with articulation paper. The device uses air-driven particles to roughen the surfaces of dental restorations. Uneven areas of the restorations are then identified by use of articulation paper.

## Special Controls

The special control for this device is International Electrotechnical Commission's IEC 60601-1-AM2 (1995-03), Amendment 2, “Medical Electrical Equipment—Part 1: General Requirements for Safety.”

## Predicate Devices

- Accessory to Cavitron Jet with SPS System ([K970342](/device/K970342.md))

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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K014188

# 510(k) SUMMARY

MAR 1 5 2002

DENTSPLY

NAME & ADDRESS:

DENTSPLY International 570 West College Avenue P.O. Box 872 York, PA 17405-0872 717) 845-7511 For 1717 849 4762

P. J. Lehn Telefax (717) 849-4343

P. Jeffery Lehn CONTACT:

December 20,2001 DATE PREPARED:

NEW PROPHY POWDER TRADE OR PROPRIETARY NAME:

CLASSIFICATION NAME: Airbrush (ACCESSORY) 872.6080

PREDICATE DEVICES: Accessory to Cavitron Jet with SPS System K970342

DEVICE DESCRIPTION: NEW PROPHY POWDER is for use in DENTSPLY dental air polishing units. When the air polishing unit is in the JET mode, it produces a spray mixture of air, water, and powder to clean, polish and restore the natural esthetics of tooth enamel. NEW PROPHY POWDER is a new formulation and is for use with all DENTSPLY® Cavitron™ Prophy-Jet® Systems and DENTSPLY® Cavitron-Jet™ Systems. NEW PROPHY POWDER will be offered in two size bottle/closure for sampling and an 8-oz. bottle/closure as standard). The bottles will have a wide mouth for easy dispensing and be packaged as six bottles per shipper.

For use with all DENTSPLY® Cavitron™ Prophy-Jet® Systems and INTENDED USE: DENTSPLY® Cavitron-Jet™ Systems for cleaning, polishing and restoring the natural esthetics of tooth enamel.

TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS: All of the components found in NEW PROPHY POWDER have been used in legally marketed devices or were found safe for dental use.

NEW PROPHY POWDER has been evaluated and passed biocompatibility testing for cytotoxicity, acute oral toxicity, irritation, and sensitization.

We believe that the prior use of the components of NEW PROPHY POWDER in the legally marketed predicate device, the performance data provided, and the biocompatibility data provided support the safety and effectiveness of NEW PROPHY POWDER for the indicated William.

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## DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

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# MAR 1 5 2002

Mr. P. Jeffery Lehn Director, Corporate Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Dentsply International 570 West College Avenue York, Pennsylvania 17404

Re: K014188

Trade/Device Name: New Prophy Powder Regulation Number: 872.4850 Regulation Name: Accessory to Dental Prophylaxis Units Regulatory Class: II Product Code: ELC Dated: December 20, 2001 Received: December 21, 2001

Dear Mr. Lehn:

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.

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.

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Sincerely yours,

A. Ulatowski Timothy 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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#### INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT

(As Required by 21 CFR 807.87(e)

510(K) Number (if known): KC14188

#### NEW PROPHY POWDER Device Name:

Indications for Use:

For use with all DENTSPLY® Cavitron™ Prophy-Jet® Systems and DENTSPLY® Cavitron-Jet™ Systems for cleaning, polishing and restoring the natural esthetics of tooth enamel.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Susan Runser

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

# 1 Number K014188 ver-The-Counter Use

Prescription Use _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

(Optional Format 1-2-96)

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