← Product Code [GEX](/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GEX) · K970934 # CB ERBIUM/2.94(TM) ER:YAG LASER (K970934) _Continuum Biomedical, Inc. · GEX · Jun 11, 1997 · General, Plastic Surgery · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GEX/K970934 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Continuum Biomedical, Inc. - **Product Code:** [GEX](/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GEX.md) - **Decision Date:** Jun 11, 1997 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 878.4810 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General, Plastic Surgery - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use For skin resurfacing in the treatment of wrinkles ## Device Story CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser is a medical laser system for skin resurfacing. Device consists of power supply, water cooling system, and optical bench. Operates at 5 pulses per second with 2 Joules pulse energy, delivering 10 watts average power. Used by clinicians for wrinkle treatment. Laser energy ablates skin tissue to reduce wrinkles. Compared to CO2 lasers, device offers comparable wrinkle reduction with fewer side effects and faster patient recovery time. ## Clinical Evidence Clinical trial conducted using a side-by-side comparison of the CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG laser and a CO2 laser. Results showed comparable wrinkle reduction for both lasers, with the subject device demonstrating notably fewer side effects and faster recovery time. ## Technological Characteristics Er:YAG laser system; 2.94 micron wavelength; 10 watts average power at 5 pulses per second and 2 Joules pulse energy. System comprises power supply, water cooling system, and optical bench. No specific materials or software architecture details provided. ## Regulatory Identification (1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon. ## Predicate Devices - Schwartz Electro-Optics TriLase 2940 - Coherent UltraPulse CO2 Laser ## 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} June 11, 1997 K970934 # 510(k) Summary | Submitter: | Continuum Biomedical, Inc. 6533 Sierra Lane Dublin, CA 94568 | | --- | --- | | Contact: | Robert S. Anderson, Ph.D. President | | Date Summary Prepared: | March 13, 1997 | | Device Trade Name: | CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser | | Common Name: | Medical laser system | | Classification Name: | Instrument, surgical, powered, laser 79-GEX 21 CFR 878.48 | | Equivalent Device: | Schwartz Electro-Optics TriLase 2940 Coherent UltraPulse CO2 Laser | | Device Description: | CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser consists of three interconnected sections: the power supply, the water cooling system and the optical bench. At 5 pulses per second an a pulse energy of 2 Joules, the average power from the laser is 10 watts. | | Intended Use: | For skin resurfacing in the treatment of wrinkles | | Comparison: | CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser provides comparable results as the CO2 laser for the treatment of wrinkles, with fewer side effects and faster recovery time. | | Nonclinical Performance Data: | none | | Clinical Performance Data: | A clinical trial was conducted using a side by side comparison of the CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG and a CO2 laser. The reduction of wrinkles was comparable for both lasers with notably few side effects and faster recovery time with the CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser. | | Conclusion: | The CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser is another safe and effective way to remove or reduce facial wrinkles. | | Additional Information: | None requested at this time. | PROPRIETARY DATA: This document and information contained herein may not be reproduced, used or disclosed without written permission of Continuum Biomedical, Inc. 97 {1} DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 JUN 11 1997 Ms. Laurie A. Ridener Regulatory Affairs Officer Continuum Biomedical, Inc. 6533 Sierra Lane Dublin, California 94568 Re: K970934 Trade Name: CB Erbium 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser Regulatory Class: II Product Code: GEX Dated: March 13, 1997 Received: March 13, 1997 Dear Ms. Ridener: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). 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 (Premarket Approval), 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 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. {2} Page 2 - Ms. Laurie A. Ridener This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 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 and additionally 809.10 for *in vitro* diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, ![img-0.jpeg](img-0.jpeg) Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {3} 510(k) Premarket Notification - Original Submission CB Erbium / 2.94 Er:YAG Laser, Continuum Biomedical, Inc. March 13, 1997 Page 1 of 1 $$ k970934 $$ 510(k) Number (if known): pending Device Name: CB Erbium / 2.94™ Er:YAG Laser Indications for Use: For skin resurfacing in the treatment of wrinkles (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) ![img-1.jpeg](img-1.jpeg) (Division Sign-Off) Division of General Restorative Devices 510(k) Number K970934 Prescription Use ☑ (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-the-Counter Use ☐ (Optional Format 1-2-96) PROPRIETARY DATA. This document and information contained herein may not be reproduced, used or disclosed without written permission of Continuum Biomedical, Inc. --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GEX/K970934](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/SU/subpart-e%E2%80%94surgical-devices/GEX/K970934) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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