K Number
K051573
Date Cleared
2006-06-26

(377 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.3850
Panel
Dental
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
Predicate For
N/A
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Intended Use

Gutta percha is inserted into rout canal following root canal preparation.

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JUN 2 6 2006

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Dr. Howard Martin, P.A. C/O Dr. Kyle H. Sibinovic Agent Shaldra, Incorporated 4327 Reels Mill Road Frederick, Maryland 21704

Re: K051573

Trade/Device Name: TGP Regulation Number: 872.3850 Regulation Name: Gutta Percha Regulatory Class: I Product Code: EKM Dated: May 10, 2006 Received: May 12, 2006

Dear Dr. Martin:

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,

ff your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class HI (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.

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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); 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). please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation cntitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act 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/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely vours.

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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510 (k) Number (K051573):_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Device Name: TGP

Indications for Use:

Gutta percha is inserted into rout canal following root canal preparation.

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KC51573

§ 872.3850 Gutta percha.

(a)
Identification. Gutta percha is a device made from coagulated sap of certain tropical trees intended to fill the root canal of a tooth. The gutta percha is softened by heat and inserted into the root canal, where it hardens as it cools.(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9.