(63 days)
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No
The device description and the absence of mentions of AI, ML, or related concepts strongly suggest it is a purely mechanical device.
No
The device is intended to reduce damage and noise caused by bruxism, which is a symptom and not a disease or condition that requires therapy.
No
The device's intended use is to protect against bruxism and reduce associated damage and noise, not to diagnose the condition. It functions as a protective appliance.
No
The device description explicitly states it is an "appliance" made of a "soft, thermoformable material" that is "heated and briefly cooled and molded to fit user's upper teeth." This describes a physical, hardware component, not a software-only device.
No, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD definition: In Vitro Diagnostics are medical devices used to perform tests on samples taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information about a person's health.
- Device function: The Grind Guard is a physical appliance worn in the mouth to protect teeth from grinding. It does not perform any tests on biological samples.
- Intended Use: The intended use is purely mechanical protection and noise reduction, not diagnosis or monitoring of a medical condition through analysis of biological samples.
Therefore, based on the provided information, the Grind Guard is a medical device, but it falls under a different category than In Vitro Diagnostics.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
Protection against bruxism or nighttime teeth grinding; to reduce damage to teeth, and to prevent the noise associated with bruxism or grinding.
Product codes
OBR
Device Description
The Grind Guard is appliance is to be worn at night, covering the teeth of the upper arch, as a protection for those who suffer form the night time grinding of the teeth. It is composed of a soft, thermoformable material that is heated and briefly cooled and molded to fit user's upper teeth: shock-absorbing material cushions teeth on all sides during nocturnal bruxing.
Mentions image processing
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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
teeth of the upper arch
Indicated Patient Age Range
Not Found
Intended User / Care Setting
Over-The-Counter Use
Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
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Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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Kom3446
Premarket Notification - Grind Guard
510(k) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR §807.92.
Submitter Information:
Archtek, Inc. 12105 W. Cedar Dr. Lakewood, CO 80228
Date Summary Prepared: December 31, 2008
Contact Person:
Ian P. Gordon, Senior Vice President Emergo Group, Inc. 1705 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Suite 500 Austin, Texas, 78746 Telephone: 512.327.9997 Fax: 512-327-9998
Device Name:
Trade Name(s): Grind Guard Classification Name: Mouthguard, Over-the-Counter Panel: Dental Product Code: OBR
Section 10 - Executive Summary
Device Description:
The Grind Guard is appliance is to be worn at night, covering the teeth of the upper arch, as a protection for those who suffer form the night time grinding of the teeth. It is composed of a soft, thermoformable material that is heated and briefly cooled and molded to fit user's upper teeth: shock-absorbing material cushions teeth on all sides during nocturnal bruxing.
Indications for Use:
Protection against bruxism or nighttime teeth grinding; to reduce damage to teeth, and to prevent the noise associated with bruxism or grinding.
Predicate Device Information:
This device is substantially equivalent to the Doctor's Night Guard, marketed by Dental Concepts under K053580.
Comparison to Predicate Device(s):
The Grind Guard is substantially equivalent with regard to indications for use, general technological characteristics, principle of operation, and material.
FEE - 8
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Public Health Service
FEB -- 8 2008
Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Archtek, Incorporated C/O Mr. Ian P. Gordon Senior Vice President Emergo Group, Incorporated 1705 South Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78746
Re: K073446
Trade/Device Name: Grind Guard Regulation Number: None Regulation Name: Unclassified Regulatory Class: None Product Code: OBR Dated: December 6, 2007 Received: December 11, 2007
Dear Mr. Gordon:
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.
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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 (OS) 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 entitled, "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 yours,
Chiu Lin, Ph.D.
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
510(k) Number (if known): ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Device Name: Grind Guard
Indications for Use: Protection against bruxism or nighttime teeth grinding; to reduce damage to teeth, and to prevent the noise associated with bruxism or grinding.
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR
Over-The-Counter Use XX (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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510(k) Number: K073446