(72 days)
No
The description focuses on the manufacturing process and materials, with no mention of AI or ML in the design or function of the aligners.
Yes
The device is indicated for the treatment of tooth malocclusion, which is a medical condition, and it repositions teeth by continuous gentle force, thus providing a therapeutic effect.
No
Explanation: The device is an orthodontic aligner system designed for the treatment of tooth malocclusion by repositioning teeth. It is a therapeutic device, not a diagnostic one. While it uses intraoral scans for fabrication, it does not analyze or interpret patient data to make a diagnosis.
No
The device description clearly states that the system consists of "customized clear plastic removable aligners," which are physical, tangible medical devices, not software. While software is used in the manufacturing process, the final product is a hardware device.
Based on the provided information, the SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- IVD Definition: In vitro diagnostics are tests performed on samples taken from the human body, such as blood, urine, or tissue, to detect diseases, conditions, or infections.
- SureCure Function: The SureCure system is a medical device used to physically reposition teeth. It does not analyze biological samples to diagnose or monitor a condition.
- Intended Use: The intended use is for the "treatment of tooth malocclusion," which is a physical condition, not a diagnosis made through in vitro testing.
- Device Description: The description focuses on the physical properties and manufacturing process of the aligners, not on any diagnostic testing components.
- Input: The input is intraoral scans or impressions, which are physical representations of the teeth, not biological samples for analysis.
Therefore, the SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System falls under the category of a medical device used for treatment, not an in vitro diagnostic device.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System is indicated for the treatment of tooth malocclusion in patients with permanent dentition. The aligner system repositions teeth by way of continuous gentle force.
Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)
NXC
Device Description
Digital Orthodontic Care's SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System consists of a series of customized clear plastic removable aligners that are fabricated from a clear, thin thermoformed polyurethane. The aligners are designed to gradually move the patient's teeth incrementally, repositioning them from their original misalignment to a more aligned state.
Digital Orthodontic Care manufactures the customized aligners based on either standard impressions or intraoral scans sent to the company by the prescribing dentist or orthodontist. Digital Orthodontic Care manufactures models from the impressions and those models are scanned using standard validated software. The digital files are used to produce the aligner series with the thermoplastic polyurethane.
The thermoplastic material used for fabrication of the aligners is commonly used in many dental appliances, including the predicate aligners.
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
patients with permanent dentition
Intended User / Care Setting
prescribing dentist or orthodontist, dental practitioner
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)
Device Testing Laboratory Testing: Test data were submitted to validate the processes used for the design and manufacture of the aligners.
Biocompatibility: The thermoplastic polyurethane used for making the aligner series has been tested according to Good Laboratory Practices for its biocompatibility according to ISO 10993. In addition, the final finished aligner device was tested according to ISO 10993, Part 5 (Cytotoxicity - MEM Elution). The testing has shown that the material is safe and biocompatible for the stated intended use.
Shelf-life Testing: The aligner material has been tested after real-time storage for a shelf life of 5 years.
Animal / Human Testing: Neither animal nor human testing are required for this product because it is composed of the same materials, is designed similarly, and is manufactured by a similar method as the predicate device.
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.
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.
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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§ 872.5470 Orthodontic plastic bracket.
(a)
Identification. An orthodontic plastic bracket is a plastic device intended to be bonded to a tooth to apply pressure to a tooth from a flexible orthodontic wire to alter its position.(b)
Classification. Class II.
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Digital Orthodontic Care % Patsy Trisler Regulatory Consultant Trisler Consulting 5600 Wisconsin Avenue, #509 Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815
Re: K182329
Trade/Device Name: SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.5470 Regulation Name: Orthodontic Plastic Bracket Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NXC Dated: November 2, 2018 Received: November 2, 2018
Dear Patsy Trisler:
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.
November 8, 2018
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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.
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Sincerely,
Digitally signed by Mary S. Mary S. Runner -S3 Runner -S33 Date: 2018.11.08 08:47:46 -05'00'
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) K182329
Device Name
SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Sure Orthodontic Aligner System is indicated for the treatment of tooth malocclusion in patients with permanent dentition. The aligner system repositions teeth by way of continuous gentle force.
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| Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) |
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| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) |
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K182329
510(k) Summary
| Submitter Name: | Digital Orthodontic Care |
|---|---|
| Submitter Address: | 348 Bronte Street, Unit 16 |
| Milton, ON L9T 5B6 CANADA | |
| Phone Number: | 647-977-7253 |
| Contact Person: | Mr. Jeff Sheppard |
| President | |
| Date Prepared: | November 7, 2018 |
| Device Trade Name: | SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System |
| Common Name | Aligner, Sequential |
| Classification Name | |
| Number | |
| Product Code | |
| Regulatory Class | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket |
| 21 CFR 872.5470 | |
| NXC | |
| 2 | |
| Primary Predicate | |
| Device: | K113618, ClearCorrect System, ClearCorrect, LLC |
| Reference Device: | K152086, Ortho Analyzer, 3Shape A/S |
| Statement of | |
| Intended Use | The SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System is indicated for the |
| treatment of tooth malocclusion in patients with permanent | |
| dentition. The aligner system repositions teeth by way of | |
| continuous gentle force. | |
| Device Description | |
| and Summary of | |
| Technological | |
| Characteristics | Digital Orthodontic Care's SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System |
| consists of a series of customized clear plastic removable aligners | |
| that are fabricated from a clear, thin thermoformed polyurethane. | |
| The aligners are designed to gradually move the patient's teeth | |
| incrementally, repositioning them from their original misalignment | |
| to a more aligned state. | |
| Digital Orthodontic Care manufactures the customized aligners | |
| based on either standard impressions or intraoral scans sent to | |
| the company by the prescribing dentist or orthodontist. | |
| Digital Orthodontic Care manufactures models from the | |
| impressions and those models are scanned using standard | |
| validated software. The digital files are used to produce the | |
| aligner series with the thermoplastic polyurethane. | |
| The thermoplastic material used for fabrication of the aligners is | |
| commonly used in many dental appliances, including the | |
| predicate aligners. | |
| Mechanism of Action Based on the clinician's treatment plan, each aligner is used for a | defined period of time to exert gentle force to achieve progressive |
| correction has been achieved. | realignment of the teeth. This occurs over time until the final |
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Device Testing Laboratory Testing
Test data were submitted to validate the processes used for the design and manufacture of the aligners.
Biocompatibility
The thermoplastic polyurethane used for making the aligner series has been tested according to Good Laboratory Practices for its biocompatibility according to ISO 10993. In addition, the final finished aligner device was tested according to ISO 10993, Part 5 (Cytotoxicity - MEM Elution).
The testing has shown that the material is safe and biocompatible for the stated intended use.
Shelf-life Testing
The aligner material has been tested after real-time storage for a shelf life of 5 years.
Animal | Human Testing
Neither animal nor human testing are required for this product because it is composed of the same materials, is designed similarly, and is manufactured by a similar method as the predicate device.
Comparison to A side-by-side comparison of SureCure to the predicate device is Predicate Device: presented in the Substantial Equivalence Comparison table.
Based on the documentation presented in the 510(k), as Substantial Equivalence summarized above and in the following table, it can be concluded Conclusion that Digital Orthodontic Care's SureCure Orthodontic Aligner System is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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| Trade Name: | SureCure Orthodontic | ClearCorrect System |
|---|---|---|
| Aligner System | ||
| 510(k) Number | K182329 | K113618 |
| Manufacturer | Digital Orthodontic Care | ClearCorrect, LLC |
| Classification # & | ||
| Product Code | ||
| Class | 21 CFR 852.5470 | |
| NXC | ||
| 2 | 21 CFR 852.5470 | |
| NXC | ||
| 2 | ||
| Intended Use | The SureCure Orthodontic | |
| Aligner System is indicated for | ||
| the treatment of tooth | ||
| malocclusion in patients with | ||
| permanent dentition. The | ||
| aligner system repositions teeth | ||
| by way of continuous gentle | ||
| force. | The ClearCorrect System is | |
| indicated for the treatment of | ||
| tooth malocclusion in patients | ||
| with permanent dentition (i.e. all | ||
| second molars). The Clear | ||
| Correct System positions teeth | ||
| by way of continuous gentle | ||
| force. | ||
| Mode of Action | Alignment of teeth by | |
| application of continuous gentle | ||
| force, by sequential use of | ||
| preformed plastic trays. | Alignment of teeth by | |
| application of continuous gentle | ||
| force, by sequential use of | ||
| preformed plastic trays. | ||
| Method of Use | Each preformed plastic tray is | |
| worn by the patient as | ||
| prescribed by the dental | ||
| practitioner, usually a few | ||
| weeks prior to using the next | ||
| sequential aligner tray. | Each preformed plastic tray is | |
| worn by the patient as | ||
| prescribed by the dental | ||
| practitioner, usually a few | ||
| weeks prior to using the next | ||
| sequential aligner tray. | ||
| Material | Thin thermoformed | |
| polyurethane | Thin thermoformed | |
| polyurethane | ||
| Method of | ||
| Manufacture | Using software, molds/models | |
| are 3D printed based on the | ||
| treatment plan. Aligners are | ||
| fabricated on the molds using a | ||
| thermoforming machine. | Using software, molds/models | |
| are 3D printed based on the | ||
| treatment plan. Aligners are | ||
| fabricated on the molds using a | ||
| thermoforming machine. | ||
| Biocompatible | Yes | Yes |
| OTC or Rx | Rx | Rx |
| Software Use | Yes | Yes |
| Sterile | No | No |