(427 days)
TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are intended for surgical placement in the patient's upper and lower jaw to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth and in order to restore the patient chewing function. The implants are indicated for immediate loading when good primary stability is achieved and with appropriate occlusal loading.
W Zirconia Implants are suitable for one or two stage endosseous form of dental implants. One Piece and Two-Piece implants are available. The abutments are used in conjunction with the endosseous dental implant in order to support in the prosthetic rehabilitation. The implantation procedure can be accomplished, for the One-piece implant in a one stage and for the two piece implant in a one or two stage surgical procedures. TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are composed of the following implant models: W One Piece – monotype implant with integrated abutment. W Two Piece –implant for screw retained Abutment. In both implants the endosteal region is provided with a roughness with a Ra value of 2.3 µm. The implants and abutments are tissue level designed and includes a body portion (implant body diameter 4.1 mm with a 4.8 mm platform, and implant body diameter 4.8 mm with a 6.0 mm platform) and a neck (1.8mm). The implant body portion is configured to extend into the bone and osseo-integrate with the alveolar bone. The neck should be positioned 1.8mm above the bone level. TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are made of Yttria stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP). Each Two piece implant is accompanied with a standard titanium cover screw.
This document, K172668, describes the substantial equivalence determination for TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants. It is a 510(k) Premarket Notification to the FDA, which means the manufacturer is asserting that their device is as safe and effective as a legally marketed predicate device. This is not a de novo application or a PMA, and therefore, the study information described below primarily focuses on non-clinical testing to demonstrate equivalence, rather than extensive clinical efficacy studies to establish new performance criteria.
Here's an analysis of the provided information regarding acceptance criteria and the study that proves the device meets them:
1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance
Since this is a 510(k) submission, the "acceptance criteria" are implicitly defined by the performance characteristics of the predicate devices. The "reported device performance" demonstrates that the new device meets those equivalent characteristics through non-clinical testing. The document highlights various aspects, but direct quantifiable acceptance criteria with a single reported value for "reported device performance" are not presented in a concise table format in the provided text for all features.
However, based on the non-clinical testing section (5.19.3 Performance Testing) and the substantial equivalence tables (5.18), we can infer some key comparisons.
| Feature | Acceptance Criteria (Predicate) | Reported Device Performance (W Zirconia Implants) |
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| Biocompatibility | Complies with ISO 10993-1 and FDA guidance for medical devices. | Testing performed according to ISO 10993-1 and FDA guidance; results demonstrated biocompatibility. |
| Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) | SAL of 10^-6 (Standard for terminally sterilized devices). | Achieved SAL of 10^-6 through validation according to ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137 (Gamma Irradiation). |
| Shelf Life | Demonstrated shelf life for packaging. (Implied by predicate standards and FDA expectations). | Accelerated aging applied to packaging, followed by real-time aging, validating a 1-year shelf life. |
| Dynamic Fatigue Strength | Meets or exceeds the fatigue strength of predicate devices, as per ISO 14801. | Testing performed according to ISO 14801; results showed the implant system meets device requirements and is equivalent to predicate devices. |
| Implant-Abutment Compatibility | Compatible with intended abutments. (Implied by predicate and design). | Evaluated through design verification testing. Results indicate compliance. |
| Surface Finish | Acceptable surface roughness and characteristics. (Implied by predicate and design specifications). | Surface finish analysis performed. Endosteal region has a roughness with a Ra value of 2.3 µm, similar to predicate characteristics. |
| Zirconia Material Wear | Acceptable wear characteristics for zirconia. (Implied by predicate and specific material standards). | Testing performed. Results indicate compliance. |
| Manufacturing Technology | Predicate uses turning technology (Institute Straumann AG) or CIM (COHO Technology Co. Ltd.). | CIM (ceramic injection molding). Deemed equivalent due to reference predicate (K132585) also using CIM. |
| Implant Outer Diameter (One-Piece) | Referenced predicate diameters (e.g., K120793, K132585) 3.6, 4.0, 5.0 mm. | 4.1, 4.8 mm. Minor dimensional differences deemed covered by reference predicate devices (K120793 and K132585). |
| Implant Outer Diameter (Two-Piece) | Referenced predicate diameters (e.g., K132881, K163043) 4.0, 5.0 mm and 3.3, 4.1, 4.8 mm respectively. | 4.1, 4.8 mm. Minor dimensional differences deemed covered by reference devices (K132881 and K163043). |
| Prosthetic Connection (Two-Piece) | Internal connection type (Z-Systems AG K132881, Dentalpoint AG K163043). | Internal Hex screw retained connection. Deemed equivalent as reference predicates have internal connection types covering the screw retained feature. |
| Sterilization Method | Plasma (Primary Predicate) or Steam (Reference Predicates). | Gamma Irradiation. Validated to assure SAL of ≥10^-6, a common sterilization method. |
| Sterile Package | Sterile barrier sealed blister (Primary Predicate). | Sterile barrier sealed tube. Bridged using TAV Medical's packaging system cleared under 510(k) K170131. |
| PEEK Healing Caps Use Period | Up to 6 months (Primary Predicate K151328). | Up to 180 days (similar to 6 months). |
| PEEK Temporary Caps Use Period | Up to 30 days (Primary Predicate K151328) with PMMA material. | Up to 180 days with PEEK material. Justified by prior clearance of PEEK components for 180 days under K170131. |
2. Sample Sizes Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance
- Sample Size for Test Set: The document does not specify exact sample sizes for the non-clinical bench testing (e.g., number of implants tested for fatigue). It generally states that "testing and evaluation" were performed and "validation results have demonstrated" adherence to standards.
- Data Provenance: All testing appears to be non-clinical bench testing performed by or for TAV Medical Ltd. The country of origin of the data is not explicitly stated beyond TAV Medical Ltd. being located in Israel. The data is prospective in the sense that it was generated specifically for this 510(k) submission to demonstrate equivalence.
3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Qualifications of Experts
- Not Applicable. Since no clinical studies were performed (Section 5.21), there was no "ground truth" established by human experts in a clinical setting for the performance of the device on patients. The "ground truth" for the non-clinical tests is established by the specified ISO/ASTM standards and the performance of the predicate devices.
4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set
- Not Applicable. As there were no clinical studies involving human readers or expert consensus, no adjudication method was employed.
5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study Was Done, and Effect Size
- No, an MRMC comparative effectiveness study was not done. The submission states: "No clinical studies were performed" (Section 5.21) and "No Animal studies were performed" (Section 5.20).
6. If a Standalone (i.e. algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) Was Done
- Not Applicable. This device is a physical medical implant (dental implant), not a software algorithm or AI device. Therefore, the concept of "standalone algorithm performance" is not relevant here.
7. The Type of Ground Truth Used
- Standards-Based and Predicate Device Equivalence: The primary "ground truth" or reference for evaluating the W Zirconia Implants is compliance with recognized international and national standards (e.g., ISO 14801 for dynamic fatigue, ISO 10993-1 for biocompatibility) and demonstrated substantial equivalence to legally marketed predicate devices through comparable material properties, design features, and validated non-clinical performance.
8. The Sample Size for the Training Set
- Not Applicable. This is a physical medical device, not an AI/ML algorithm. Therefore, there is no "training set."
9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established
- Not Applicable. As there is no training set for an AI/ML algorithm, this question is not relevant.
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November 6, 2018
TAV Medical Ltd. Revital Shabtai General Manager - Dental Division Dora Industrial Park, P.O. Box 88 Shlomi, 2283202 ISRAEL
Re: K172668
Trade/Device Name: W Zirconia Implants Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3640 Regulation Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DZE, NHA Dated: October 9, 2018 Received: October 12, 2018
Dear Revital Shabtai:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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 of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/CombinationProducts/GuidanceRegulatoryInformation/ucm597488.html; good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 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/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm.
For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
Andrew I. Steen -S
Tina Kiang, Ph.D. for Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, 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) K172668
Device Name W Zirconia Implants
Indications for Use (Describe)
TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are intended for surgical placement in the patient's upper and lower jaw to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth and in order to restore the patient chewing function. The implants are indicated for immediate loading when good primary stability is achieved and with appropriate occlusal loading.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|---|---|
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X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(K) Number: K172668
5.1 Applicant's Name: TAV Medical Ltd.
Dora Industrial Park P.O.B 88, Shlomi 2283202 Israel T +972 (4) 9808615/503 F +972 (4) 9808356 E-mail: info@TAVmedical.com
5.2 Contact Person: Revital Shabtai
TAV Medical Ltd. Dora Industrial Park P.O.B 88, Shlomi 2283202 Israel T +972 (4) 9808615/503 F +972 (4) 9808356 E-mail: revitals@TAVmedical.com
- Date Prepared: November 6, 2018 5.3
- 5.4 Trade Name: W Zirconia Implants
- 5.5 Classification Name: Endosseous Dental Implant
- 5.6 Common Name: Endosseous Dental Implant
- 5.7 Medical Specialty: Dental
- Product Code: DZE, NHA 5.8
- 5.9 Device Class: Class II
- 5.10 Regulation Number: 872.3640
- Review Panel: Dental 5.11
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5.12 Predicate Devices
TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants include implants and abutments that are substantially equivalent to the following Predicate Devices:
Primary Predicate device
| Device Owner/Trade Name | 510(k) # | Product Code | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Predicate | Institute Straumann AG | K151328 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form) & NHA(Endosseous DentalImplant Abutment) |
Reference devices
| Device Owner/Trade Name | 510(k)# | Product Code | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reference device | Z-Systems AG | K120793 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form |
| Reference device | Z-Systems AG | K132881 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form) & NHA(Endosseous DentalImplant Abutment |
| Reference device | Dentalpoint AG | K163043 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form) & NHA(Endosseous DentalImplant Abutment |
| Reference device | COHOTechnologyCo. Ltd. | K132585 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form |
| Reference device | Institute StraumannAG | K994119 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form) & NHA(Endosseous DentalImplant Abutment |
| Reference device | TAV Medical Ltd. | K170131 | DZE (Implant,Endosseous, Root-Form) & NHA(Endosseous DentalImplant Abutment |
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5.13 Intended use / Indication for Use
TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are intended for surgical placement in the patient's upper and lower jaw to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth and in order to restore the patient chewing function. The implants are indicated for immediate loading when good primary stability is achieved and with appropriate occlusal loading.
Implant Description 5.14
W Zirconia Implants are suitable for one or two stage endosseous form of dental implants. One Piece and Two-Piece implants are available.
The abutments are used in conjunction with the endosseous dental implant in order to support in the prosthetic rehabilitation.
The implantation procedure can be accomplished, for the One-piece implant in a one stage and for the two piece implant in a one or two stage surgical procedures.
TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are composed of the following implant models:
W One Piece – monotype implant with integrated abutment. W Two Piece –implant for screw retained Abutment.
In both implants the endosteal region is provided with a roughness with a Ra value of 2.3 µm.
The implants and abutments are tissue level designed and includes a body portion (implant body diameter 4.1 mm with a 4.8 mm platform, and implant body diameter 4.8 mm with a 6.0 mm platform) and a neck (1.8mm). The implant body portion is configured to extend into the bone and osseo-integrate with the alveolar bone. The neck should be positioned 1.8mm above the bone level.
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TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants are made of Yttria stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP).
Each Two piece implant is accompanied with a standard titanium cover screw.
Titanium Abutments for the W Two Piece Zirconia Implant 5.15
Dental implants abutments are intended for used as an adapter between the implant and the crown. The abutments are characterized by distinct geometrically features: Height/length, angle and diameter. Abutment device refers to the fixture that is connected to the implant. The crown is then built on the abutment for final restoration.
TAV Medical titanium abutments and abutment screws, as in other available in the market dental abutments are dental components composed of titanium (Ti6AL4V ELI).
The abutments are supplied non-sterile to be sterilized by the physician before use according to the instruction for use.
TAV Medical abutments are intended to be connected to W Zirconia implants to provide support for prosthetic reconstructions such as crowns, bridges and overdentures.
The abutments are available in different sizes and angles to fit individual patient needs.
The appropriate abutment type is selected in relation to the tooth position for the proposed implant. Various abutments types are available as follows:
5.16 PEEK Healing Caps
Healing caps are screwed into the implant to protect the inner configuration of the implant during the healing phase in cases of transmucosal healing protocol. TAV Medical healing caps are indicated to be placed in patients' mouth at the end of TAV Medical implant placement for a maximum of 180 days.
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Healing caps are used during healing phase only and do not support a restoration.
The components are supplied non-sterile to be sterilized by the physician before use according to the instruction for use.
TAV Medical Supply Healing caps in different categories:
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- Healing caps for W One Piece Zirconia implant
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- Healing caps for W Two Piece Zirconia implant designed to protect the inner configuration of the implant during the healing phase in cases of transmucosal healing protocol.
Substantial Equivalence discussion - Implants 5.17 -
The proposed W Zirconia Implants have similar indications for use, technological characteristics, mode of operation and performance specifications as its predicate devices listed .
Both the proposed and predicate devices function in the same manner providing support for prosthetic devices in the upper or lower jaw.
The following tables summarize the equivalence comparison between TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants systems and its predicates.
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Substantial Equivalence Table - Implants 5.18
| Owner: | TAV MedicalLtd. | InstituteStraumann AG | Z-Systems AG | Z-Systems AG | Dental PointAG | COHOTechnology Co.Ltd. | TAV MedicalLtd. | Owner: | TAV MedicalLtd. | InstituteStraumann AG | Z-Systems AG | Z-Systems AG | Dental PointAG | COHOTechnology Co.Ltd. | TAV MedicalLtd. |
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| Subject Device | PrimaryPredicateDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | Subject Device | PrimaryPredicateDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ||
| Trade Name | W One PieceZirconia implant | Pure CeramicImplants | Previous name Z-Look3 Evo SLMcurent nameZ5M | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | Zi-Bone CeramicDental ImplantSystem | ReferenceDevice | Material | yttria-stabilizedzirconia(Y-TZP) | yttria-stabilizedzirconia(Y-TZP) | yttria-stabilizedzirconia(Y-TZP) | yttria-stabilizedzirconia(Y-TZP) | AluminumToughenedZirconiaATZ | yttria-stabilizedzirconia(Y-TZP) | |
| W Two PieceZirconia Implant | Pure CeramicImplants | Z5c | Z5c | Zeramex P6 | Zi-Bone CeramicDental ImplantSystem | Dental ImplantSystem | ManufacturingTechnology | CIM: Ceramicinjection molding | Turning | Turning | Turning | Turning | CIM: Ceramicinjection molding | ||
| K# | K172668 | Cleared under:K151328 | Cleared under:K120793 | Cleared under:K132881 | Cleared under:K163043 | Cleared under:K132585 | Cleared under:K170131 | BodyDiameter(mm) | W One PieceZirconia implant4.1, 4.8 | 3.3, 4.1 | 3.6, 4.0, 5.0 | 3.6, 4.0, 5.0 | |||
| Product Code | DZE & NHA | DZE & NHA | DZE | DZE & NHA | DZE | DZE | DZE & NHA | W two PieceZirconia implant4.1, 4.8 | 3.3, 4.1 | 4.0, 5.0 | 3.3, 4.1, 4.8 | ||||
| Manufacturer | TAV Medical Ltd. | InstituteStraumann AG | Z-Systems AG | Z-Systems AG | Dental Point AG | COHOTechnology Co.Ltd. | TAV Medical Ltd. | ThreadedLength (mm) | W one pieceZirconia implant8, 10, 12 | 8, 10, 12, 14 | 8, 10, 11.5, 13 | 8, 10, 11.5, 13 &14.5 | |||
| Owner: | TAV MedicalLtd. | InstituteStraumann AG | Z-Systems AG | Z-Systems AG | Dental PointAG | COHOTechnology Co.Ltd. | TAV MedicalLtd. | W two pieceZirconia implant8, 10 ,12 | 8, 10, 12, 14 | 8, 10, 12 | 8, 10, 12 | ||||
| Subject Device | PrimaryPredicateDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | Design | W One PieceZirconia implant | One Piece | One Piece | One Piece | ||||
| DeviceDescription | TAV Medical's WZirconia implantsare made fromYttria stabilizedtetragonal zirconia(Y-TZP).Cover screws aremanufacturedfrom TitaniumAlloy TI 6AL 4VELI.TAV Medical's WZirconia implantsare tissue levelone piece and twopiece implant. Theendosteal regionhas rough surface. | Zirconia implantfeatures amonotype designwhere theceramicabutment forfinal restoration isalready built in | zirconia (Y-TZP).The Z-Look3 EvaSLM surface isgrit blasted withmedical gradeA1203 and lasermodified.Implants areavailable in threediameters (3.6,4.0 and 5.0 mm)and four lengths(8, 10, 11.5 and13 mm). Z-Look3Eva SLM implantsare designed forsingle or multipletoothrestorations. Z-Look3 Evo SLMimplants are amodification toZ-Look3 implants.The lasermodified surfacehas been addedto increasesurfaceroughness and,therefore, thesurface areaavailable forcontact withbone. | Z5c is a twopiece, root-form,threaded implantand abutmentsystem madefrom yttria-stabilized-zirconia(Y-TZP).The Z5c implantendosseoussurface is gritblasted and lasermodified. The Z5cimplant andcorrespondingabutment arebonded togetherusing a self-adhesive resincement. The Z5cimplant system isdesigned forsingle or multipletooth restorations.Z5c implants areprovided in twoendosseousdiameters (4.0and 5.0mm) andeach diameter isprovided in threelengths (8, 10,and 12mm). Z5cabutments areprovided in twodesigns, straightand angled 15°. | The Zeramex® P6Dental implantSystem is anendosseous dentalimplant/ abutmentsystem includingvarious sizes ofendosseous twopiece dentalimplants,abutments andaccessories.The Zeramex®P6 implants maybe restored withcement retainedabutments orscrew retainedabutments,depending on thedentist's preferenceThe Zeramex® P6implants areplaced using theZeramex® P6surgical tools. | Zibone® Ceramic(Zirconia) DentalImplants arethreaded; root-form dentalimplants intendedfor use in theupper and/orlower jaw tosupportprostheticdevices. Implantsfor surgery-ceramic materialsbased on yttria-stablizedtetragonal ziconia(Y-TZP).The implant has aone-piece design(both implant andabutment). | W Two PieceZirconia Implant | One Piece | 2 Piece | 2 Piece | |||||
| Owner: | TAV MedicalLtd. | InstituteStraumann AG | Z-Systems AG | Z-Systems AG | Dental PointAG | COHOTechnology Co.Ltd. | TAV MedicalLtd. | ProstheticConnection | W One PieceZirconia implant | One Piece | One Piece | One Piece | |||
| Subject Device | PrimaryPredicateDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | W Two PieceZirconia Implant:internal Hexscrew retained | One Piece | InternalConnectioncement Abutment | External Hex Flatconnection,screw retainedabutment | |||||
| IntendedUse/IndicationsforUse | TAV Medical's WZirconia Implantsare intended forsurgical placementin the patient'supper and lowerjaw to providesupport forprosthetic devices,such as artificialteeth and in order torestore the patientchewing function.The implants areindicated forimmediate loadingwhen good primarystability is achievedand with appropriateocclusal loading. | The Straumann®PURE CeramicImplant (Monotype)is indicated forrestoration in singletooth gaps and inan edentulous orpartially edentulousjaw. The prostheticrestorations usedare single crowns,fixed partial or fulldentures, which areconnected to theimplants throughthe correspondingcomponents. TheØ3.3 mm reduceddiameter implantsare recommendedfor central andlateral incisors only.The Straumann®PURE CeramicImplant ProtectiveCap is intended toprotect theStraumann® PURECeramic Implant(Monotype) duringthe healing phaseafter implantplacement for up to 6months.Temporary copingsare intended toserve as a base fortemporary crown orbridge restoration fortheStraumann® PURECeramic Implant(Monotype) for up to30 days. | Z-Look3 Evo SLMimplants aredesigned for surgicalimplantation intothe upper andlower jaw for theattachment ofprosthodonticappliances toreplace missingteeth. The Z-Look3Evo SLM implantsystem is alsosuitable for patientswithmetal allergies andthe chronicdiseases resultingfrom them. | Z5c implants aredesigned forsurgical implantationintothe upper and lowerjaw for theattachment ofprosthodonticappliances to replacemissingteeth. Z5c implantsystem is alsosuitable for patientswith metal allergiesand the chronicdiseases resultingfrom them. Z5cimplants areintended fordelayed loading. | The Zeramex P6Dental ImplantSystems is intendedto be surgicallyplaced in the boneof the upper andlower jaw toprovide support forprosthetic devices,such as artificialteeth,in order torestore aestheticsand chewingfunction. TheZeramex P6Dental ImplantSystem can beused for single ormultiple unitrestorations. TheZeramex P6implants are intendedfordelayed loading. TheZeramex P6Dental Implants arespeciallyindicated for patientswith metalallergies/intolerances andchronic illnessesdue to metalallergies/intolerances.The Zeramex P6(Ø3.3) implant mayonly be used in theanterior teeth inthe lower jaw andlateral teeth in theupper jaw. | Zibone one-piececeramic dentalimplants areindicated forimplantation into theupper or lowerjaw to replacemissing teeth.They are indicatedfor (delayed orimmediate) loadingonceprimary stabilityhas beenachieved. | SurfaceTopography | roughness | -roughness | roughness | -roughness | roughness | roughness |
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| Owner: | TAV MedicalLtd. | InstituteStraumann AG | Z-Systems AG | Z-Systems AG | Dental PointAG | COHOTechnology Co.Ltd. | TAV MedicalLtd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Device | PrimaryPredicateDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | ReferenceDevice | |
| SterilizationMethod | GammaIrradiation | Plasma | Steam | Steam | Steam | Moisture Heat | GammaIrradiation |
| SterilePackage | Sterile barriersealed tube | Sterile barriersealed blister | Sterile barriersealed blister | Sterile barriersealed blister | Sterile barriersealed blister | Sterile barriersealed blister | Sterile barriersealed tube |
| IntendedUseEnvironment | Dental ClinicSetting | Dental ClinicSetting | Dental ClinicSetting | Dental ClinicSetting | Dental ClinicSetting | Dental ClinicSetting | Dental ClinicSetting |
| Abutments | Straight andAngulated | Straight andAngulated | Straight(integrated) | Straight andAngulated | Straight andAngulated | Straight(integrated) | Straight andAngulated |
Substantial Equivalence Discussion: as demonstrated in the TAV Medical's subject device is equivalent to the selected predicate device.
The subject device is similar to the predicate devices in terms of indications for used, technological characteristics and design key elements (including surface treatment, dimensions, connection types, etc.).
Certain differences from the primary predicate device are covered by the reference devices as follows:
In terms of indications for use, the Ø3.3 mm was excluded from TAV Medical indications for use such product diameter does not exist in our submission. This exclusion is not significant because it narrows the statement.
The protective caps intended for use of up to 6 months in the primary predicate device are intended to be used for a similar period of time of up to 180 days in our zirconia implant system and are referred to as healing caps.
The temporary caps intended for use of up to 30 days in the primary predicate device are intended to be used for up to 180 days in our zirconia implant as our temporary caps are manufactured from PEEK. We believe that this is not a significate difference as well, since the PEEK material used by TAV Medical is already cleared for 180 days in our previous 510(k) # K170131.
In terms of production technology, while TAV Medical utilizes CIM, ceramic injection molding, the primary predicate is manufactured using turning technology. This difference is bridged by the reference predicate device cleared under 510(k) K132585 manufactured using the CIM technology.
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In terms of the outer diameter dimensions of the W one piece zirconia implant the slight dimensional differences are covered by the reference predicate devices cleared under 510(k) K120793 and K132585.
For the W two-piece zirconia implant the slight dimensional differences are covered by the reference devices cleared under 510(k) K132881 and K163043.
In terms of the design feature and prosthetic connections type for the W two-piece zirconia implant, the primary predicate is a one piece implant and therefore the two-piece reference devices cleared under 510(k) K132881 and K163043 bridge the difference. The subject device connection type is an internal Hex screw retained connection which differs from the primary predicate devices K132881 and K163043 contain an internal connection type that covers the screw retained feature.
In terms of sterilization methods, W Zirconia Implants are sterilized using Gamma irradiation is a common sterilization method that was fully validated by TAV Medical in order to assure sterilization assurance level (SAL) of at least 10-6.
TAV Medical W Zirconia Implants are packed in sterile barrier sealed tube while the primary predicate device is packed in a sterile barrier sealed blister. This difference was bridged using TAV Medical's packaging system cleared under 510(k) K170131.
It was concluded that TAV Medical's subject device fulfills the criteria for substantial equivalence.
5.19 Substantial Equivalence - Abutments
TAV Medical abutments, as its predicate devices abutments, are intended to be placed into implants of different types, diameter, lengths and platforms to provide support for prosthetions such as crowns, bridges and overdentures.
The following table summarizes the equivalence of TAV Medical abutments to its predicate devices:
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PEEK Healing Cap for W One Piece Zirconia Implant
| TAV Medical Ltd. | Institute Straumann AG | TAV Medical Ltd. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Device | Primary Predicate Device | Reference Device | |
| Product Code | DZE, NHA | DZE, NHA | DZE, NHA |
| K# | K172668 | K151328 | K170131 |
| Product Name | PEEK Healing Cap for W One PieceZirconia Implant | PURE Ceramic Protective Caps | PEEK Abutments |
| ProductDescription | Protect the implant during thehealing phase up to 180 days. | Protect the Implant during thehealing phase after implantplacement for up to 6 months. | N/A |
| Material | PEEK | PEEK | PEEK |
| Diameter (mm) | 4.1, 4.8 | 3.3, 4.1 | |
| Height (mm) | 5 | 4, 5.5 | |
| Angle (°) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| sterility | Non Sterile | Non Sterile | Non Sterile |
Substantial Equivalence Discussion: The minor differences in the products diameter or height do not raise any performance differences due to the similarity of TAV Medical's PEEK healing cap to its predicate device design and range. In addition, the PEEK components which are manufactured in the same manufacturing processes as used for the current submission components, have been previously cleared under K170131.
Therefore, it may be concluded that TAV Medical's PEEK Healing Caps for W One Piece Zirconia Implants and its predicates share the same intended use and technological characteristics and therefore are substantially equivalent.
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PEEK Temporary Caps for W One Piece Zirconia Implant
| Feature | TAV Medical Ltd.Subject Device | Institute Straumann AGPrimary Predicate Device | TAV Medical Ltd.Reference Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Code | DZE, NHA | DZE, NHA | DZE, NHA |
| K# | K172668 | K151328 | K170131 |
| Product Name | Temporary Caps | PURE Ceramic TemporaryCopings | PEEK Abutments |
| ProductDescription | Serves as a basis for temporaryrestoration for crown or bridge. Upto 180 days | Serves as a base fortemporary crown or bridgerestoration. Up to 30 days | |
| Material | PEEK | polymethylmethacrylate(PMMA) | PEEK |
| Diameter (mm) | 4.1, 4.8 | 3.3, 4.1 | |
| Angle (°) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| sterility | Non Sterile | Non Sterile | Non Sterile |
Substantial Equivalence Discussion: The temporary caps intended for use of up to 30 days in the primary predicate device are intended to be used for up to 180 days in our zirconia implant as our temporary caps are manufactured from PEEK. the PEEK components which are manufactured in the same manufacturing processes as used for the current submission components, have been previously cleared under K170131 for 180 days.
The minor differences in the products diameter do not raise any performance differences due to the similarity of TAV Medical's PEEK temporary cap to its predicate device design and range. Therefore, it may be concluded that TAV Medical's PEEK temporary caps for W One Piece Zirconia Implants and its predicates share intended use and technological characteristics and therefore are substantially equivalent.
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PEEK Healing Cap for W Two Piece Zirconia Implant
| Feature | TAV Medical Ltd. | Z-Systems AG | Dental Point AG | TAV Medical Ltd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Device | Primary PredicateDevice | Reference Device | Reference Device | |
| Product Code | NHA | NHA | NHA | DZE, NHA |
| K# | K172668 | K132881 | K163043 | K170131 |
| Product Name | PEEK Healing Cap forZirconia Implant | Healing caps / Gingivaformer | Healing caps / Gingivaformer | PEEK Abutments |
| ProductDescription | Used to allow the gingivato heal | Used to allow thegingiva to heal | Used to allow thegingiva to heal | |
| Material | PEEK+ Titaniumconnecting screw | PEEK | PEEK | PEEK |
| Diameter (mm) | 4.8, 6 | 4,5 | 6 | |
| Height (mm) | 1, 2 ,3, 4mm | 0.6, 2.8, 3.3mm | 0.5, 3, 4mm | |
| Angle (°) | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| sterility | Non Sterile | Non Sterile | Non Sterile | Non Sterile |
Substantial Equivalence Discussion: as can be seen in the above comparison table all TAV Medical's subject device diameter and height dimensions are within the range of both, primary and reference predicate devices. In addition, the PEEK components which are manufactured in the same manufacturing processes as used for the current submission components, have been previously cleared under K170131. In addition, the TAV Medical's PEEK Healing Caps are intended to be connected with a titanium connecting screw rather than PEEK cemented as the primary predicate, however the method of connecting prosthetic device to an implant using a titanium screw is well established in the dental implant market and does not affect the performances of the product.
Therefore, it may be concluded that TAV Medical's PEEK Healing Caps and its predicates share intended use and technological characteristics and therefore are substantially equivalent.
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Titanium Abutments, Straight & Angulated
| Feature | TAV Medical Ltd. | Institute Straumann AG |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Device | Primary Predicate Device | |
| Product Code | NHA | DZE(cleared by the FDA as abutment onMarch 17 2000) |
| K# | K172668 | K994119 |
| Product Name | Titanium Abutments | RN synOcta® Abutment |
| Product Description | Screw RetainedTitanium Abutments | Screw RetainedTitanium Abutments |
| Material | TI-6AL4V ELI Anodized | Titanium |
| Diameter (mm) | 4.8 | 4.8 |
| Length (mm) | 5.0, 6.0 | 5.5, 5.7, 6.7 |
| Angle (°) | 0, 5, 10, 15 | 0, 15, 20 |
| Sterility | Non Sterile | Non Sterile |
Substantial Equivalence Discussion: TAV Medical Titanium Abutments and its predicates share intended use and technological characteristics and therefore are substantially equivalent.
Summary
In summary, the differences between the subject device and the predicate devices were evaluated and tested and do not raise new concerns.
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Non clinical testing 5.20
5.19.1 Biocompatibility
Testing and evaluation for materials biocompatibility according to ISO 10993-1 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing." Requirements and the corresponding FDA guidance, "Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1, "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process" June 16, 2016" were performed in order to demonstrate the biocompatibility of the system.
Sterilization validation and shelf life 5.19.2
Implants sterilization validation was conducted in compliance with ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137 in order to ensure the sterility of TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants.
Abutments steam heat sterilization was performed in compliance to the FDA requirements' and conformance to ANSI IAAMI/ISO 17665-1:2006 Sterilization of health care products - Moist heat - Part 1: Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices.
Validation results have demonstrated that the SAL of 10-6 was achieved and all testing requirements were met.
Accelerated aging have been applied on the final packaging and is followed by real time aging validating implants packaging to one year of shelf life.
Performance Testing 5.19.3
TAV Medical's W Zirconia Implants performance bench testing was specified through the application of a risk analysis driven process. As part of this process the forces and operating conditions the device is exposed to during the procedure were evaluated and analyzed, and as a result the required bench tests were derived.
In addition, applicable FDA quidance (and other standards) was reviewed for determining required bench testing. Bench testing was performed to demonstrate that the W Zirconia Implants meet existing acceptance criteria similar to other predicate devices.
Descriptive information, laboratory bench testing, and biocompatibility testing are provided to demonstrate W Zirconia Implants meets its design specifications, performs as intended.
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Specifically, the system was evaluated through design verification testing including the following: Implant to abutment compatibility testing, Static and dynamic fatigue testing according to ISO 14801, Surface finish analysis & Zirconia Material wear testing
The non-clinical testing results showed that the proposed implant system meet the device requirements and are equivalent to the predicate devices. The subject devices and the predicate device have the same intended use and technological characteristics.
Animal Testing 5.20
No Animal studies were performed.
Clinical testing 5.21
No clinical studies were performed.
The System complies with the following standards: 5.22
| # | Standard # | Standard Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | ISO 14971:2007 | Medical devices -- Application of risk management tomedical devices |
| 2. | ISO 10993-1:2009 | Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 1:Evaluation and testing within a risk management process |
| 3. | ISO 11137-1:2006 | Sterilization of health care products - Radiation - Part 1:Requirements for development, validation and routinecontrol of a sterilization process for medical devices ( |
| 4. | AAMI TIR 33:2005 | Sterilization of health care products - Radiation- Substantiation of a selected sterilizationdose - Method |
| 5. | ISO 11607-2:2006 | Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices - Part2: Validation requirements for forming, sealing andassembly processes |
| 6. | ISO 14801:2016 | Dentistry -- Implants -- Dynamic fatigue test forendosseous dental implants |
| 7. | ISO 17665-1:2006 | Sterilization of health care products - Moist heat - Part 1:Requirements for the development, validation and routinecontrol of a sterilization process for medical devices |
| 8. | ISO 15223-1: 2016 | Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling,and information to be supplied: Part 1: Generalrequirements |
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| # | Standard # | Standard Title |
|---|---|---|
| 9. | ISO 13356: 2015 | Implants for surgery - Ceramic materials based on yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP) |
| 10. | ASTM D999-08 (2015) | Standard Test Methods for Vibration Testing of ShippingContainers |
| 11. | ASTM D4169-16 | Standard Practice for Performance Testing of ShippingContainers and Systems |
| 12. | ASTM D4332-14 | Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages,or Packaging Components for Testing |
| 13. | ASTM D4991-07 (2015) | Standard Test Method for Leakage Testing of Empty RigidContainers by Vacuum Method |
| 14. | ASTM D5276-98 (2017) | Standard Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containersby Free Fall |
| 15. | ASTM F1929-15 | Standard Test Method for Detecting Seal Leaks In PorousMedical Packaging By Dye Penetration |
| 16. | ISO 11607-1:2006 | Packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices-Part1:Requirements for materials, sterile barrier systems andpackaging systems |
| 17. | ISO 11737-2:2009 | Sterilization of medical devices - Microbiological methods -Part 2: Tests of sterility performed in the definition,validation and maintenance of a sterilization process |
5.23 Summary
Based on the substantial equivalence discussion, performance testing results and compliance to applicable standards, the W Zirconia Implants is substantially equivalent to its predicates.
§ 872.3640 Endosseous dental implant.
(a)
Identification. An endosseous dental implant is a prescription device made of a material such as titanium or titanium alloy that is intended to be surgically placed in the bone of the upper or lower jaw arches to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth, in order to restore a patient's chewing function.(b)
Classification. (1) Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II if it is a root-form endosseous dental implant. The root-form endosseous dental implant is characterized by four geometrically distinct types: Basket, screw, solid cylinder, and hollow cylinder. The guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-Form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Implant Abutments” will serve as the special control. (See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.)(2)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II if it is a blade-form endosseous dental implant. The special controls for this device are:(i) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the geometry and material composition are consistent with the intended use;
(ii) Mechanical performance (fatigue) testing under simulated physiological conditions to demonstrate maximum load (endurance limit) when the device is subjected to compressive and shear loads;
(iii) Corrosion testing under simulated physiological conditions to demonstrate corrosion potential of each metal or alloy, couple potential for an assembled dissimilar metal implant system, and corrosion rate for an assembled dissimilar metal implant system;
(iv) The device must be demonstrated to be biocompatible;
(v) Sterility testing must demonstrate the sterility of the device;
(vi) Performance testing to evaluate the compatibility of the device in a magnetic resonance (MR) environment;
(vii) Labeling must include a clear description of the technological features, how the device should be used in patients, detailed surgical protocol and restoration procedures, relevant precautions and warnings based on the clinical use of the device, and qualifications and training requirements for device users including technicians and clinicians;
(viii) Patient labeling must contain a description of how the device works, how the device is placed, how the patient needs to care for the implant, possible adverse events and how to report any complications; and
(ix) Documented clinical experience must demonstrate safe and effective use and capture any adverse events observed during clinical use.