K Number
K013230
Device Name
CERCON BASE
Date Cleared
2001-10-25

(28 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.6660
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Cercon Base is a partially sintered yttria (yttrium oxide) stabilized zirconia (zirconium oxide) powder that is machined and then sintered to full density. It is designed for use as a substructure (framework) for single tooth or bridge type restorations. Applications include both anterior and posterior locations.
Device Description
Cercon Base is a partially sintered yttria (yttrium oxide) stabilized zirconia (zirconium oxide) powder that is machined and then sintered to full density.
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The summary describes a material (zirconia powder) and its processing for dental restorations. There is no mention of software, algorithms, or any technology related to AI or ML.

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The device is a material (partially sintered yttria stabilized zirconia powder) used to create dental substructures, not a device that directly treats a disease or condition.

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Explanation: The device, Cercon Base, is described as a material for dental restorations (substructure/framework for single tooth or bridge type restorations). Its intended use is structural and restorative, not to identify, detect, or monitor a disease or condition.

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The device description clearly states it is a physical material (zirconia powder) used to create dental restorations, not a software application.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is to be a "substructure (framework) for single tooth or bridge type restorations." This describes a material used in the body for dental restorations, not a test performed on a sample taken from the body to diagnose a condition.
  • Device Description: The description focuses on the material composition and processing (powder, machining, sintering) for creating a physical structure.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.), detecting analytes, or providing diagnostic information about a patient's health status.

IVDs are used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. This device is a material used for dental prosthetics.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

Cercon Base is a partially sintered yttria (yttrium oxide) stabilized zirconia (zirconium oxide) powder that is machined and then sintered to full density. It is designed for use as a substructure (framework) for single tooth or bridge type restorations. Applications include both anterior and posterior locations.

Product codes

EIH

Device Description

Cercon Base is a partially sintered yttria (yttrium oxide) stabilized zirconia (zirconium oxide) powder that is machined and then sintered to full density.

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Anatomical Site

Single tooth or bridge type restorations for both anterior and posterior locations.

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

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Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 872.6660 Porcelain powder for clinical use.

(a)
Identification. Porcelain powder for clinical use is a device consisting of a mixture of kaolin, felspar, quartz, or other substances intended for use in the production of artificial teeth in fixed or removable dentures, of jacket crowns, facings, and veneers. The device is used in prosthetic dentistry by heating the powder mixture to a high temperature in an oven to produce a hard prosthesis with a glass-like finish.(b)
Classification. Class II.

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Public Health Service

OCT 2 5 2001

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Thomas B. Cameron, Ph.D. Official Correspondent Director of Technical Services/R&D Degussa-Ney Dental, Incorporated 65 West Dudley Town Road Bloomfield, Connecticut 06002-1316

Re: K013230

Trade/Device Name: Cercon Base Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.6660 Regulation Name: Dental Ceramic Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: EIH Dated: September 26, 2001 Received: September 27, 2001

Dear Dr. Cameron:

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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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); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. 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" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely,

Tim A. Ulatowski

Timothy A. Ulatowski 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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KO13230

510(k) Number (if known):

CERCON BASE Device Name:

Indications for Use:

Cercon Base is a partially sintered yttria (yttrium oxide) stabilized zirconia (zirconium oxide) powder that is machined and then sintered to full density. It is designed for use as a substructure (framework) for single tooth or bridge type restorations. Applications include both anterior and posterior locations.

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)

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Division of Dental, Infection Control,
and General Hospital Devices

510(k) Number Ko/3230

OR

Over-The-Counter Use

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