K Number
K091494
Device Name
FLEXITIME FLOW
Date Cleared
2009-07-31

(72 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.3660
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Flexitime Light Flow/Flexitime Medium Flow each is an addition-cross-linking polyvinyl siloxane impression material for all inlay, crown and bridge, edentulous and partial impressions.
Device Description
Dental Impression Material
More Information

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No
The summary describes a dental impression material and does not mention any AI or ML capabilities.

No
The description states it is an "addition-cross-linking polyvinyl siloxane impression material" for dental impressions, which is used for diagnostic or fabrication purposes, not for treating a disease or condition.

No
Explanation: The device is described as an impression material for making molds of teeth and oral structures, which is a restorative and recording function, not a diagnostic one.

No

The device description clearly states it is a "Dental Impression Material," which is a physical substance, not software.

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for taking dental impressions, which is a physical process used to create a mold of teeth and surrounding tissues. This is a mechanical or physical process, not a diagnostic test performed on biological samples in vitro (outside the body).
  • Device Description: It is described as a "Dental Impression Material," which aligns with its intended use for creating physical impressions.
  • Lack of IVD Characteristics: There is no mention of analyzing biological samples (like blood, urine, tissue), detecting specific analytes, or providing diagnostic information about a patient's health condition.

IVD devices are specifically designed to perform tests on biological samples to diagnose, monitor, or screen for diseases or conditions. This device's function is purely for creating a physical mold for dental purposes.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

Flexitime Light Flow/Flexitime Medium Flow each is an addition-cross-linking polyvinyl siloxane impression material for all inlay, crown and bridge, edentulous and partial impressions.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

76ELW

Device Description

Dental Impression Material

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

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Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

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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)

No performance standards have been established for this type of device. The results of device performance testing demonstrated that it is suitable for use as an impression material, Flexitime Flow has been designed and manufactured to perform in a manner substantially equivalent to that of the predicate devices.

Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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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.

K000629, K003930

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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§ 872.3660 Impression material.

(a)
Identification. Impression material is a device composed of materials such as alginate or polysulfide intended to be placed on a preformed impression tray and used to reproduce the structure of a patient's teeth and gums. The device is intended to provide models for study and for production of restorative prosthetic devices, such as gold inlays and dentures.(b)
Classification. Class II (Special Controls).

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K091494

Heraeus Kulzer, LLC Product Name: Flexitime Light Flow / Medium Flow 510(k) Pre-Market Notification Submission

GENERAL INFORMATION

May 12, 2009

Cheryl V. Zimmerman Submitter: 300 Heraeus Wav South Bend, Indiana 46614

JUL 8 1 2009

Telephone No.: 574-299-5444

Date:

574-291-2542 Fax No .:

Submitter's Company Establishment Number: 1925223

Submitter's Company Name: Heraeus Kulzer, LLC

Device Trade Name: Flexitime Flow

Device Common Name: Dental Impression Material

Original 510(k) No.: Not Applicable

Manufacturer: Heraeus Kulzer. GmbH Hanau, Germany

Device Classification: Class II - Dental Impression Material. 21 CFR Part 872.3660

Device Product Code: 76ELW

Reason for Submission: This submission is being made to request approval to market Flexitime Flow.

Statement of Substantial Equivalence: Flexitime Light Flow /Medium Flow is equivalent to Flexitme Magnum 360 K000629 and K003930.

Compliance with requirements of Performance Standards: No performance standards have been established for this type of device. The results of device performance testing demonstrated that it is suitable for use as an impression material, Flexitime Flow has been designed and manufactured to perform in a manner substantially equivalent to that of the predicate devices.

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BOOZ I 8 THET

Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Ms. Cheryl V. Zimmerman Manager. Quality Operations and Compliance Heraeus Kulzer, Incorporated 300 Heraeus Way South Bend, Indiana 46614

Re: K091494

Trade/Device Name: Flexitime Light Flow and Flexitime Medium Flow Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3660 Regulation Name: Impression Material Regulatory Class: II Product Code: ELW Dated: May 15, 2009 Received: May 20, 2009

Dear Ms. Zimmerman:

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 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); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); 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.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to

http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/mdr/ for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.

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 (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours

Susan Runner

Susan Runner, D.D.S., M.A. Acting Division 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 (if Known):

Device Name: Flexitime Light Flow / Medium Flow

Indications For Use:

Flexitime Light Flow/Flexitime Medium Flow each is an addition-cross-linking polyvinyl siloxane impression material for all inlay, crown and bridge, edentulous and partial impressions.

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