K Number
K173608
Date Cleared
2018-08-17

(269 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.6640
Panel
Dental
Reference & Predicate Devices
Predicate For
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use

The Forest Dental Units are intended to serve as a base for ancillary dental devices and accessories by providing air, water, vacuum, and low voltage electrical power to hand-held dental instruments. The Forest Dental Units are intended for use by dental practitioners to provide diagnostic treatment to dental patients in a clinical environment.

Device Description

The Forest Dental Unit serves as a base for ancillary dental devices and accessories by providing air, water, vacuum, and low voltage electrical power to hand-held dental instruments. The controls are contained in a Doctor's Unit, Assistant's Instrumentation Unit, Duo Unit (both Doctor's and Assistant's Control) and Cuspidor and are configured in a variety of mounts. Additional accessory items include a pneumatic unit foot control, utility center (aka junction box) that houses a power supply and air/water regulators, hoses, trays, and mounting assemblies. The dental unit is supplied air and water from the utility connections through air/water regulators via the umbilical chase. The dental unit is supplied SELV-24VAC from the output of the power supply, also routed through the umbilical chase and terminated on an internal terminal strip.

AI/ML Overview

This document is a 510(k) Premarket Notification for the "Forest Dental Unit," a Class I device. The submission aims to demonstrate substantial equivalence to a predicate device, the "SPIRIT – K143696" dental delivery unit manufactured by Pelton & Crane.

Here's an analysis of the provided information concerning acceptance criteria and the supporting study:

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance

The document does not present a formal, explicit table of "acceptance criteria" in the traditional sense of measurable performance metrics with pass/fail thresholds. Instead, it relies on demonstrating equivalence to a predicate device and compliance with various standards. The "reported device performance" is largely communicated through declarations of compliance with these standards and the successful outcome of testing.

However, we can infer some "acceptance criteria" from the comparative table (Table 5.2) and the descriptions of testing performed.

Acceptance Criteria (Inferred from Comparison/Testing)Reported Device Performance (Forest Dental Unit)
Intended Use: Serve as a base for ancillary dental devices providing air, water, vacuum, and low voltage electrical power to handheld dental instruments for diagnostic and therapeutic treatment by dental practitioners in a clinical environment.Same as Primary Predicate Device.
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.6640Same as Primary Predicate Device.
Regulation Name: Dental operative unit and accessoriesSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Regulation Class: ISame as Primary Predicate Device.
Product Code: EIASame as Primary Predicate Device.
Electrical Classifications: Class I, Type B applied part, IPX0, continuous operationSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Transportation/Storage Temperature: No specific numerical acceptance criterion stated, but the predicate device has a range of -68°F to 122°F.-20°F to 140°F. (Stated as not affecting substantial equivalence as testing parameters are reasonable and adequate).
Relative Humidity Range: No specific numerical acceptance criterion stated, but the predicate device has a range of 10% to 90%.25% to 90%. (Stated as not affecting substantial equivalence as testing parameters are reasonable and adequate).
Operating Temperature Range: 68°F to 76°FSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Air Supply Pressure Range: 80-105 psiSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Air/Oil Separator: Gauze padSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Water Supply Pressure Range: 40-80 psiSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Isolated Water Bottle System: Optional (for predicate)Standard Feature (Stated as improving patient safety).
Hand Piece Control System: Valve blockSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Coolant Air Flow Control: AdjustableSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Hand Piece Air and Water Bypass: Not necessary for predicateSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Remote Hand Piece Activation with Water Toggle: Via foot controlSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Delivery unit head positioning: Flex armSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Flex arm brake release: Mechanically IntegratedSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Maximum Load on Flex Arm Mounted Units: 10 lbs (for predicate)10 lbs (Forest Dental maximum capacity for the flex arm is 4.5lbs, which is in addition to the weight of the control head).
Endodontic capability: OfferedSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Hand piece flush: Standard featureSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Air/Water quick connect ports: OfferedSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Unit Configurations for Dominant Hand: Left/RightSame as Primary Predicate Device.
Compliance with Electrical Safety Standards: ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2Compliant; all tests passed.
Compliance with Dental Equipment Specific Standards: IEC 80601-2-60, ISO 7494-1, ISO 7494-2Compliant; all tests passed.
Compliance with Risk Management & Usability: ISO 14971, IEC 62366Compliant.
Biocompatibility: Non-cytotoxic, non-irritant, compliant with EPA drinking water standards (for water line quality).Cytotoxicity testing on water and air line components found non-cytotoxic. Dermal irritation testing on upholstery found non-irritant. Heavy metal analysis showed water line quality compliant with EPA standards.
Sterilization: Acceptable sterility assurance level for reusable components (air/water syringe tip, HVE, SE).Sterilization reports in accordance with ISO 17655-1:2006 confirm acceptable sterility assurance.
Cleaning and Disinfection: Validated for clinical contact surfaces.Cleaning and disinfection validation conducted.
Waterline Disinfection: Validated according to ISO 16954:2015.Waterlines validated according to ISO 16954:2015.

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

The document does not specify a "test set" in terms of patient data or a specific number of devices tested in a clinical trial setting. The evaluation is primarily based on:

  • Engineering and Performance Testing: This involves testing physical devices (Forest Dental Unit models) against established standards (e.g., electrical safety, mechanical, biocompatibility, sterilization, cleaning, waterline disinfection). The number of individual units subjected to each specific test is not detailed, but it's implied that representative samples were tested to demonstrate compliance.
  • Predicate Comparison: The comparison is made against the specifications and known performance of the Pelton & Crane Spirit 1500 (K143696) dental operative unit.

Therefore, the concept of "data provenance" (country of origin, retrospective/prospective) related to a patient-based test set is not applicable here as no clinical study with human subjects or patient data is described. The data provenance is from laboratory and engineering testing of the device components and systems.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and the Qualifications of Those Experts

This information is not applicable. The "ground truth" for this type of submission is established by engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and the characteristics of the predicate device. There is no mention of experts being used to establish ground truth for a clinical test set, as no such clinical test set is described. The compliance with standards and the demonstration of substantial equivalence are likely evaluated by internal qualified personnel (engineers, quality assurance) and potentially third-party testing labs.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

This information is not applicable, as there is no clinical test set with human subjects and associated interpretations that would require an adjudication method. The evaluation method relies on objective measurements against engineering standards and a direct comparison to the predicate device's specifications.

5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study was done, If so, what was the effect size of how much human readers improve with AI vs without AI assistance

This information is not applicable. The Forest Dental Unit is a physical dental care delivery system, not an AI-powered diagnostic or therapeutic device that would involve "human readers" or AI assistance.

6. If a Standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) was done

This information is not applicable, as the device is not an algorithm or AI system.

7. The Type of Ground Truth Used (expert consensus, pathology, outcomes data, etc.)

The "ground truth" for this submission is multi-faceted and derived from:

  • Engineering Standards: Compliance with recognized international and national standards (e.g., ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 80601-2-60, ISO 7494-1, ISO 7494-2, ISO 14971, IEC 62366, ISO 10993-1, ISO 10993-5, ISO 17655-1, ISO 16954). The pass/fail criteria for these tests define the "ground truth" for performance and safety.
  • Predicate Device Specifications: The detailed characteristics and performance of the legally marketed predicate device (Pelton & Crane Spirit 1500, K143696) serve as a benchmark for substantial equivalence.
  • Biocompatibility/Material Safety: EPA standards for drinking water and established ISO standards for biocompatibility (e.g., cytotoxicity, irritation) define the "ground truth" for material safety.

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

This information is not applicable. The Forest Dental Unit is a physical medical device, not a machine learning or AI model, and therefore does not involve a "training set."

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

This information is not applicable, as there is no training set for this device.

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August 17, 2018

Forest Dental Products, Inc. Erin-Kate Barton 6200 NE Cherry Drive Hillsboro, Oregon 97124

Re: K173608

Trade/Device Name: Forest Dental Unit Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.6640 Regulation Name: Dental Operative Unit And Accessories Regulatory Class: Class I Product Code: EIA Dated: July 18, 2018 Received: July 20, 2018

Dear Erin-Kate Barton:

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/cdrl/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.

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Sincerely,

Mary S. Runner -S

For Tina Kiang, Ph.D. 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) K173608

Device Name Forst Dental Unit

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Forest Dental Units are intended to serve as a base for ancillary dental devices and accessories by providing air, water, vacuum, and low voltage electrical power to hand-held dental instruments. The Forest Dental Units are intended for use by dental practitioners to provide diagnostic treatment to dental patients in a clinical environment.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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5.1 510(k) Summary

Traditional 510(k) Summary for Forest Dental Operative Unit and Accessories

5.1 Submitter

Forest Dental Products, Inc. 6200 NE Cherry Drive Hillsboro, OR 97124

Contact Person:Erin-Kate Barton
Telephone Number:971-327-9024
Facsimile Number:E-mail address:503-693-9715ekbarton@forestdental.com
Date Prepared:July 18, 2018

5.2 Device Name

Proprietary Name:Forest Dental Unit
Common Name:Dental Delivery Unit
Classification Name:Dental Operative Unit and Accessories
CFR Number:872.6640
Device Class:I
Product Code:EIA

5.3 Primary Predicate Device

Proprietary Name:SPIRIT – K143696
Common Name:Dental Delivery Unit
Classification Name:Dental Operative Unit and Accessories
CFR Number:872.6640
Device Class:I
Product Code:EIA

5.4 Device Description

The Forest Dental Unit serves as a base for ancillary dental devices and accessories by providing air, water, vacuum, and low voltage electrical power to hand-held dental instruments. The controls are contained in a Doctor's Unit, Assistant's Instrumentation Unit, Duo Unit (both Doctor's and Assistant's Control) and Cuspidor and are configured in a variety of mounts. Additional accessory items include a pneumatic unit foot control, utility center (aka junction box) that houses a power supply and air/water regulators, hoses, trays, and mounting assemblies. The dental unit is supplied air and water from the utility connections through air/water regulators via the umbilical chase. The dental unit is supplied

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SELV-24VAC from the output of the power supply, also routed through the umbilical chase and terminated on an internal terminal strip.

Various ancillary dental devices can be connected to the Forest Dental Unit which are attached by means of industry standard ISO connections. These ancillary devices include, but are not limited to, pneumatic handpieces, air/water syringes, SE and HVE vacuum instruments, electric micromotors, intra-oral cameras, scalers and curing lights. While Forest does not manufacture pneumatic or electric handpieces, scalers, intra-oral cameras or curing lights, it supplies ancillary devices in partnership with other manufacturers. These include Dentsply Cavitron Scaler (K150535), Satelec Ultasonic Scaler (K132267), and Bien-Air Electric Micromotor Handpiece (K042759). Other ancillary devices described above may be supplied to the end-user by authorized dental dealers.

Per the Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff, Bundling Multiple Devices or Multiple Indications in a Single Submission, dated June 22, 2007, Forest is bundling the Forest Dental Unit models listed in Table 5.1 below. The models do not differ significantly in purpose (intended use), design, function, materials, energy source or any feature related to substantial equivalence. The device description and intended use are the same for all configurations of the models listed in Table 5.1.

The differences between the models in Table 5.1 include various mounting arms for positioning relative to the dental practitioner based on ergonomic preferences and do not influence device performance. The various models also represent differences in size/shape of the delivery head (aka control head) and pneumatic handpiece control block (pinch versus diaphragm style). The Forest models also provide various selling price points based on accessory features. All functional and critical components of the different configurations are common.

Dental Operative Units are an established, commoditized device type provided by numerous manufacturers. While specialty features exist (for example to offer greater portability or integration of ancillary controls), most dental operative units offer the same technology, connections, user interfaces and mounting options as provided by Forest Dental. Consequently, the Forest Dental operative units may be considered largely comparable or equivalent to most conventional systems that utilize cart, chair, wall or cabinet mounts and that provide a traditional, continental, pivot, or rear/side delivery style to the operator.

The different dental unit configurations are described in the Installation Guides and Operator's Guides (Instructions for Use) for each model. The table below identifies each model and description:

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Model #Description
1095ASSISTANT'S INSTRUMENTATION W/INTERNAL UMBILICAL, REAR PIVOTCHAIR MOUNT
1284ASSISTANT'S REAR BENEATH COUNTER SHELF MOUNT (CLEAN WATER,WATER SHUT-OFF AND REGULATOR NOT INCLUDED)
1590DELUXE CUSPIDOR W/ASSISTANT'S INSTRUMENTATION & INTERNALUMBILICAL, REAR PIVOT CHAIR MOUNT
1637BASIC CUSPIDOR W/ASSISTANT'S INSTRUMENTATION & EXTERNALUMBILICAL, POST MOUNT
2184DUO UNIT, LEFT/RIGHT, VERTICAL MOUNT PANEL CONTROL (WORKSURFACE NOT INCLUDED)
2400DR'S SIDE BENEATH COUNTER MOUNT STANDARD IC CONTROL HEAD
2500DR'S PANEL MOUNT, COMPACT CONTROL, 3-HANDPIECE AUTOMATIC
2520DR'S PANEL MOUNT, COMPACT CONTROL, 3-HANDPIECE AUTOMATIC
3230DR'S SIDE WALL/VERTICAL MOUNT W/RIGID/FLEX ARM W/STANDARD ICCONTROL HEAD
3235DR'S SIDE CABINET/VERTICAL MOUNT W/RIGID/FLEX ARM W/STANDARD ICCONTROL HEAD
5350IC ECONOMY DOCTOR'S MOBILE CART
5355IC ECONOMY DUO MOBILE CART
5386ASSISTANT'S SWING/MOBILE CART W/VACUUM ARM, ASST'SINSTRUMENTATION & LAMINATE WORK SURFACE
5886DUO SWING/MOBILE CART W/STANDARD IC CONTROL & LAMINATE WORKSURFACE
1091INT-DURRASST'S INSTRUMENTATION, W/ DURR VACUUM, REAR
1092INT-DURRASST'S INSTRUMENTATION, W/ DURR VACUUM, FIXED
1095INTASST'S INSTRUMENTATION, REAR PIVOT MOUNT
1286MCCASST'S INSTRUMENTATION, HORIZONTAL MOUNT W/LINK
1400-412BDS-0050 REAR ASST'S SWING MOUNT, BEL-50
1500PIREAR PIVOT MOUNT DUO UNIT W/INTERNAL UMBILICAL & STANDARD ICCONTROL HEAD
1578INT-DURRFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DELUXE CUSPIDOR W/DURR
1637FEBASIC CUSPIDOR W/ASSISTANT'S INSTRUMENTATION & EXTERNALUMBILICAL, POST MOUNT, W/WATER REGULATOR & MASTER SHUT-OFF
2001INTHEAD ASSY, IC STANDARD W/FLEX ARM
2002INTHEAD ASSY, IC CONTOURED W/FLEX ARM
2003INTHEAD ASSY, EURO W/FLEX ARM
2501MCCCOMPACT CONTROL, PANEL MOUNT, 3 HP, MCC
2502MCCCOMPACT CONTROL, PANEL MOUNT, 3 HP, MCC
2520MCCCOMPACT CONTROL, PANEL MOUNT, 2 HP AUTOMATIC
2521MCCCOMPACT CONTROL, PANEL MOUNT, 2 HP AUTOMATIC
2522MCCCOMPACT CONTROL, PANEL MOUNT, 2 HP AUTOMATIC
3486BCASSISTANT'S REAR MOUNT BENEATH COUNTER SIDE DELIVERY
Table 5.1 Forest Dental Unit - Model Listing
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Model #Description
3486UCASSISTANT'S REAR MOUNT UNDER CABINET SIDE DELIVERY W/LAMINATE TOP
3486WMASSISTANT'S REAR WALL MOUNT SIDE DELIVERY W/LAMINATE TOP
4001-225BDS-2561 LEFT RIGHT DUO UNIT, BELMONT
4001-226BDS-2563 LEFT RIGHT ASSISTANTS UNIT, BELMONT
4195FEFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DR'S UNIT WITHOUT SIDEBOX W/EXTERNAL UMBILICAL & VALUE CONTROL HEAD
4195PIPIVOT CHAIR MOUNT DR'S UNIT W/INTERNAL UMBILICAL & VALUE CONTROL HEAD
4195SEFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DUO UNIT W/SIDEBOX, EXTERNAL UMBILICAL & VALUE CONTROL HEAD
4195SIFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DUO UNIT W/SIDEBOX, INTERNAL UMBILICAL & VALUE CONTROL HEAD
4485FEFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DR'S UNIT WITHOUT SIDEBOX W/EXTERNAL UMBILICAL & STANDARD IC CONTROL HEAD
4485PIPIVOT CHAIR MOUNT DR'S UNIT W/INTERNAL UMBILICAL & STANDARD IC CONTROL HEAD
4485SEFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DUO UNIT W/SIDEBOX, EXTERNAL UMBILICAL & STANDARD IC CONTROL HEAD
4485SIFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DUO UNIT W/SIDEBOX, INTERNAL UMBILICAL & STANDARD IC CONTROL HEAD
4987FEFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DR'S UNIT WITHOUT SIDEBOX W/EXTERNAL UMBILCAL & EURO CONTROL HEAD
4987PIPIVOT CHAIR MOUNT DR'S UNIT W/INTERNAL UMBILICAL & EURO CONTROL HEAD
4987SEFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DUO UNIT W/SIDEBOX, EXTERNAL UMBILICAL & EURO CONTROL HEAD
4987SIFIXED CHAIR MOUNT DUO UNIT W/SIDEBOX, INTERNAL UMBILICAL & EURO CONTROL HEAD
7000INTDUO SWING DELIVERY SYSTEM 7000
7000INT-DURRDUO SWING DELIVERY SYSTEM 7000 W/ DURR VACUUM
7010BCDUO SYSTEM, REAR MOUNT, BENEATH COUNTER SIDE DELIVERY W/SOLID SURFACE TOP
7010MCDUO MOBILE CART W/ SOLID SURFACE TOP
7010UCDUO SYSTEM, REAR MOUNT, UNDER CABINET FLOOR MOUNT SIDE DELIVERY W/SOLID SURFACE TOP
7010WMDUO SYSTEM, REAR MOUNT, WALL MOUNT SIDE DELIVERY W/SOLID SURFACE TOP
7020PRO-BCDUO DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, BENEATH COUNTER
7020PRO-MCDUO DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, MOBILE CART
7020PRO-UCDUO DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, UNDER CABINET FLOOR MOUNT
7020PRO-WMDUO DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, WALL MOUNT
7021PRO-BCDUO DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, BENEATH COUNTER
7021PRO-MCDUO DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, MOBILE CART
7021PRO-UCDUO DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, UNDER CABINET FLOOR MOUNT
7021PRO-WMDUO DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, WALL MOUNT
Model #Description
7022PRO-BCASST'S DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, BENEATH COUNTER
7022PRO-MCASST'S DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, MOBILE CART
7022PRO-UCASST'S DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, UNDER CABINET FLOOR MOUNT
7022PRO-WMASST'S DELIVERY PRO 7000 SERIES, WALL MOUNT
7023PRO-BCASST'S DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, BENEATH COUNTER
7023PRO-MCASST'S DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, MOBILE CART
7023PRO-UCASST'S DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, UNDER CABINET FLOORMOUNT
7023PRO-WMASST'S DELIVERY PRO BASE MODEL, 7000 SERIES, WALL MOUNT
MT600BSDR'S BENEATH SHELF MOUNT, MT COMPACT CONTROL, 3-HANDPIECEAUTOMATIC
MT600TSDR'S TOP SHELF MOUNT, MT COMPACT CONTROL, 3-HANDPIECEAUTOMATIC
MT610BSDR'S BENEATH SHELF MOUNT, MT COMPACT CONTROL, 2-HANDPIECEAUTOMATIC
MT610TSDR'S TOP SHELF MOUNT, MT COMPACT CONTROL, 2-HANDPIECEAUTOMATIC

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Principle of Operation:

The dental unit (delivery system, control head) is mounted to an articulated arm mechanism for support and positioning of the dental unit relative to the patient's head. The types of mounting configurations include chair, cabinet, wall, and cart as described in the product labeling. The mounting configuration determines the location of the utility center which provides the housing and necessary connections for pressurized air, vacuum, water and electrical power. Tubing and electrical cables are routed through the umbilical assembly located in the mounting arm of the dental unit and make the connection from the control head to the utilities, or the source of requlated air, water and vacuum source. These utilities are distributed to the individual ancillary devices by the pneumatic system located within the control head.

The pneumatic system that powers the handpiece distributes air and water to the individual devices once they are selected, i.e. removed from their respective holder. Once an individual device is activated, the control block prevents any other handpiece device from becoming active (lock-out). Only one handpiece device can be active at any given time, once a device is returned to the holder it is no longer active. The foot control operates the handpiece using drive air and activates coolant air and water. Individual handpiece drive air and water flow adjustments are controlled by the operator via external control valve knobs attached to the internal control block. For handpieces with pneumatically activated internal lighting capability, the time delay of the output light can be

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adjusted after the foot control is released. The control head has a master on-off switch that shuts on/off air and water to the dental unit.

Suction instruments, High-Volume Extractor(HVE) and Saliva Ejector(SE) ancillary devices, are not activated by or operated with the handpiece pneumatic system but each have their own manual valve for activation. These devices operate independently, as part of the vacuum system; they can be used at the same time as a handpiece and air/water syringe.

The air/water dental syringe is also not activated with the handpiece pneumatic system but is manually activated by depressing the water and air button actuated valves on the syringe body. The syringe can be used at the same time as a handpiece and suction instruments. This device operates by delivering air and water through the syringe body and tip into the oral cavity.

Electrically powered ancillary devices can be configured with the dental unit. These include but are not limited to Dentsply Cavitron Scaler (K150535), Satelec Ultasonic Scaler (K132267), and BienAir Electric Micromotor Handpiece (K042759). When configured with one or more of these devices, the ancillary control module is located either in the unit control head or attached underneath the unit control head as described by the ancillary device manufacturer's installation instructions. The SELV-24VAC is supplied to the ancillary control module(s) and the associated handpiece is located on one of the handpiece control holders. Air and water are supplied and routed through the proprietary tubing assembly for the device. The handpieces for these electrically powered ancillary devices are activated by the control block identical to the pneumatic handpieces for active operation lock-out and the handpiece drive air provides a signal for activation of the electric power for operation of the handpiece.

5.5 Indications for Use:

The Forest Dental Units are intended to serve as a base for ancillary dental devices and accessories by providing air, water, vacuum, and low voltage electrical power to hand-held dental instruments. The Forest Dental Units are intended for use by dental practitioners to provide diagnostic and therapeutic treatment to dental patients in a clinical environment.

5.6 Description of Substantial Equivalence

We chose the Pelton & Crane dental operative unit (K143696) to be the primary predicate device. Table 5.2 provides a visual and tabular comparison between the Forest Dental unit and predicate unit by Pelton & Crane.

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To demonstrate substantial equivalence, three types of comparative analyses were performed:

  • . Detailed predicate device comparisons on electrical, mechanical and environmental specifications. Comparison of key features and functions.
  • Clinical Performance Data ●
  • . Non-Clinical Performance Data

5.6.1 Technological Characteristics

The Forest Dental Operative Units have the same intended use as previously cleared Spirit Dental Operative Units (K143696) manufactured by Pelton & Crane. Both are compatible with multiple accessory attachments such as optional trays, surfaces, and gravity drain cuspidors and may be installed using a variety of mounting options including direct attachment to the chair. While there are some different technological characteristics of the Spirit (See Table 5.2), these differences do not raise new concerns of substantial equivalence as compared to the predicate device. The performance data and testing of the Forest Dental Units demonstrates that the unit is as substantial in equivalence to the Pelton & Crane Spirit Dental Operative Unit.

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Table5.2
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Description of Substantial Equivalence-Comparison Table

ComparisonParameterPrimary Predicate DevicePelton & Crane Spirit 1500OTP w/Traditional DeliveryDental Operative Unit(K143696)Forest Dental Operative Unitand Accessories, 4485SI
Image: Pelton & Crane Spirit 1500 OTP w/Traditional Delivery Dental Operative Unit (K143696)Image: Forest Dental Operative Unit and Accessories, 4485SI
Indications for UseThe Spirit Dental Operative Unitsare intended to supply power to andserve as a base for other dentaldevices and accessories byproviding air, water, vacuum andlow voltage electrical power to handheld dental instruments. The SpiritDental Operative Units are intendedfor use by professional dentalpractitioners in providing treatmentto dental patients in a dentaloperatory.The Forest Dental Units areintended to serve as a base forancillary dental devices andaccessories by providing air, water,vacuum, and low voltage electricalpower to hand-held dentalinstruments. The Forest DentalUnits are intended for use bydental practitioners to providediagnostic and therapeutictreatment to dental patients in aclinical environment.
Regulation Number21 CFR 872.6640Same as Primary PredicateDevice
Regulation TitleDental operative unit andaccessoriesSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Regulation ClassISame as Primary PredicateDevice
Product CodeEIASame as Primary PredicateDevice
DeviceClassifications(Electrical)Class I, Type B applied part,IPX0, continuous operationSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Utilities and Standards
Transportation /Storagetemperature-68°F to 122°F-20°F to 140°F 1
Relative humidityrange10% to 90%25% to 90% 1
Operatingtemperature range68°F to 76°FSame as Primary PredicateDevice
ComparisonParameterPrimary Predicate DevicePelton & Crane Spirit 1500OTP w/Traditional DeliveryDental Operative Unit(K143696)Forest Dental Operative Unitand Accessories, 4485SI
Air supplypressure range80-105 psiSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Air/oil separatorGauze padSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Water supply pressurerange40-80 psiSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Isolated waterbottle systemOptionalStandard Feature 6
StandardsEN 60601-1-2:2007 Part 1-2 EN61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009 Part 3-2ES 60601 -1 Part 1ISO 7494-1:2004ISO 7494-2:2003Same as Primary PredicateDevice, plus IEC 80601-2-60 8
User / Service Interface
Number of user accountsOneN/A 5
Setting displayLCD screenN/A 5
Screen navigationNavigation arrowsN/A 5
Software updatesVia internal 10-pin portN/A 5
Error trackingAvailableN/A 5
Built-in diagnosticsAvailableN/A 5
Hand Held Devices
Optional ancillary devicesAir/water syringeSaliva ejectorHVEUp to 2 micro motorsScalerCameraCuring lightPneumatic motorAir/water syringeSaliva ejectorHVEUp to 2 micro motors 7Scaler 7Intra-oral Camera 7Curing light 7Pneumatic motor 7
Ancillary connectionsMechanically attached and supplied utilitiesSame as Primary Predicate Device 5,7
Number of hand piece locations4-64-5 2
Hand piece control systemValve blockSame as Primary Predicate Device
Syringe water flow controlAdjustableOptional 2
Syringe air flow controlAdjustableOptional 2
Coolant air flow controlAdjustableSame
Hand piece air and water bypassHandpiece air and water bypass is not necessary for the Primary Predicate both air and water are pneumatically controlled rather than electronically controlled.Same as Primary Predicate Device
Number of hand piece presetsSixN/A 5
Remote hand piece activation with water toggleVia foot controlSame as Primary Predicate Device
Positioning
Delivery unit head positioningFlex armSame as Primary Predicate Device
Flex arm brake releaseMechanically IntegratedSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Maximum load onflex arm mountedunits10 lbs 410 lbs 2,4
Panel MountNot offered with Primary PredicateDental Unit control head mountedto a dental furniture vertical face. 2
Additional Features
Endodontic capabilityOfferedSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Hand piece flushStandard featureSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Air/Waterquickconnect portsOfferedSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Light controlOfferedNot offered 2
Tray optionsOneSame as Primary PredicateDevice
Unit configurations fordominant handLeft/RightSame as Primary PredicateDevice

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1 Forest storage temperature evaluated per ISTA Table 3A, Extreme Cold, Uncontrolled RH and Hot, Humid, then Extreme Heat and Moderate RH. These differences do not affect substantial equivalence as the testing parameters chosen are reasonable and adequate for normal use and transportation conditions.

2 These differences do not affect substantial equivalence as they are only differences in marketing features between the proposed device and the predicate device.

4 In the Spirit Dental Operative Unit manuals, it states: "The maximum weight capacity for the control head is 3lbs." However, this only notes the limit of additional weight that can be placed on the control head. When considering the load of the control head itself and included accessories, the maximum load on the flex arm is 10lbs. Forest Dental maximum capacity for the flex arm is 4.5lbs. which is in addition to the weight of the control head.

5 User Service/Interface Features: Number of User Accounts, Setting Display, Screen Navigation, Software Updates, Error Tracking and Built-in Diagnostics. The predicate Spirit dental unit has an integrated LCD panel for control of ancillary devices (i.e. ELECTROtorque TLC, COMFORTronic/COMFORTdrive Handpiece). The Forest system utilizes the display panel/control touchpad provided by the ancillary device manufacturer which is installed on the Forest dental unit's control head holder bar instead of being built-in to the control head. The display panel/control touchpad from the device manufacturer provides the functionality for the number of accounts, setting display, and screen navigation; software updates, error tracking and built-in diagnostics are also controlled by the software of the ancillary device manufacturer. Both the predicate device and Forest dental units are not software controlled. This provides equivalent performance and there are no safety issues introduced between the two types of display/control touchpad setups.

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6 Isolated Water Bottle System: Forest considers this feature as a necessary and essential item to include in all standard configurations. This improves the patient safety of our system over the predicate device by providing known quality water for use in general dental procedures.

7 Optional Accessories: Pneumatic handpieces, electric micromotors, cameras, scalers and curing lights are not manufactured by Forest Dental and are installed by the end-user (qualified service technician on behalf of the customer) using the same installation method used by Primary Predicate device manufacturer. As an added service, Forest will configure a Bien-Air micromotor, Satelec scaler or Cavitron scaler into the dental unit. The Primary Predicate offers the same service but with different ancillary brands.

8 Standards Compliance: Performance and safety standards applied specifically to the Forest Dental operative unit include:

EN 60601-1-2:2007 Part 1-2

EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009 +A2:2009 Part 3-2

ISO 7494-1 Second edition 2011-08-15 Dentistry - Dental units - Part 1: General requirements and test methods

ISO 7494-2 Second edition 2015-04-01 Dentistry - Dental units - Part 2: Air, water, suction and waste water

IEC 80601-2-60 Edition 1.0 2012-02 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-60: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of dental equipment ISO 7494-1, ISO 7494-2, and IEC 80601

Forest tested our unit against the same standards as Pelton & Crane Spirit Operative unit. We added IEC 80601-2-60 and tested our conformance to this standard. All tests passed. Although this standard defines the particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of dental equipment, compliance with basic safety IEC 60601-1, this particular standard, and essential performance as defined in Forest Dental memo on defining essential performance, assures that we meet our ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE and safety standards during the intended use of the unit.

5.6.2 Clinical Performance Data:

Electrical, mechanical and general safety performance testing is according to standards of ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 and the particular standard for dental equipment IEC 80601-2-60. Essential Performance, as defined by the standards and Forest Dental, were tested against pass/fail criteria. This evaluation under the 3rd Edition of the aforementioned general standard also demonstrated compliance with ISO 14971 for risk assessment and IEC 62366 for usability engineering. This system was also evaluated to the EMC standard, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 7494-1 and ISO 7494-2 (including meeting all ISO requirements contained within 7494-1 and 7494-2). The reports from these evaluations demonstrate compliance to the requirements for medical devices. All tests passed assuring compliance to industry standards for dental equipment and assuring that the technological characteristic differences between the Forest Dental Operative Unit and the predicate device, the Pelton & Crane Spirit Dental

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Operative Units (K143696), do not represent any new concerns about substantial equivalence.

From the Clinical Evaluation Report - Dental Units, document # 98-0033a, on file at Forest Dental facility, we conclude the following:

  • . The overall technology used in the Forest Dental Operative Unit, is not novel, the intended use is common, and the Predicate Delivery Systems have been in use for a considerable length of time.
  • . The Forest Dental Operative Unit, configured as tested, does not introduce new risks to the user. The product risks are reasonably wellunderstood.
  • The Dental Unit meets the Forest defined Essential Performance ● requirements as tested.
  • The Dental Unit meetings the Essential Requirements in Annex I of the . Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC.

5.6.3 Non-Clinical Performance Data:

Test reports are available for the following:

Biocompatibility evaluation was conducted in accordance with the FDA Guidance Document and ISO 10993-1 as recognized by the FDA. Cytotoxicity testing according to ISO 10993-5 was conducted on water and air line components and they were found to be non-cytotoxic. Dermal irritation testing has been completed by the manufacturer of the chair upholstery and the upholstery was found to be a non-irritant. Heavy metal analysis was also conducted to show that water line quality is compliant with EPA standards for drinking water.

Sterilization reports in accordance with ISO 17655-1:2006 for the air/water syringe tip, HVE and SE conclude that these reusable components can be sterilized to reach an acceptable sterility assurance level.

Cleaning and disinfection validation was conducted on clinical contact surfaces in accordance with the FDA Guidance Document on Reprocessing Medical Devices.

The Forest dental unit waterlines were validated according to ISO 16954:2015 to conclude that following the reprocessing directions in the instructions for use result in the waterlines being disinfected.

5.6.4 Conclusion as to Substantial Equivalence:

Based on the comparison of intended use, technological characteristics, and performance data, the Forest Dental Operative Unit is substantially equivalent to 5-14

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Section 5 - 510(k) Summary

the predicate device, Pelton & Crane Spirit Dental Operative Unit. Forest Dental Products, Inc. concludes that the Forest Dental Units are substantially equivalent to the predicate device.

§ 872.6640 Dental operative unit and accessories.

(a)
Identification. A dental operative unit and accessories is an AC-powered device that is intended to supply power to and serve as a base for other dental devices, such as a dental handpiece, a dental operating light, an air or water syringe unit, and oral cavity evacuator, a suction operative unit, and other dental devices and accessories. The device may be attached to a dental chair.(b)
Classification. Class I (general controls). Except for dental operative unit, accessories are exempt from premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 872.9.