(312 days)
No
The description details a traditional clear aligner manufacturing process involving scanning, manual design by a third party using commercial software, 3D printing, and physical fabrication. There is no mention of AI or ML being used in the treatment planning or manufacturing process.
Yes
Explanation: The "Intended Use/Indications for Use" section explicitly states that the device is "intended for orthodontic treatment and correction of misaligned and maloccluded permanent teeth." Treatment and correction of medical conditions qualify it as a therapeutic device.
No
The Concinnity Aligners™ is a custom clear aligner system intended for orthodontic treatment and correction of misaligned/maloccluded teeth. While its creation involves digital scans and a "treatment plan" developed by a third-party design firm, this plan is ultimately reviewed and approved by a clinician, meaning the device itself does not diagnose the condition but rather provides a treatment for a condition already diagnosed by a dental professional.
No
The device is a physical clear aligner system made of thermoplastic polymers, not solely software. While software is used in the design process, the final product delivered to the patient is a physical medical device.
Based on the provided information, the Concinnity Aligners™ is not an In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) device.
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is for "orthodontic treatment and correction of misaligned and maloccluded permanent teeth." This is a direct treatment of a physical condition within the body.
- Device Description: The device is a physical appliance (clear plastic aligners) that is placed in the patient's mouth to exert force on the teeth.
- Mechanism of Action: The aligners physically move the teeth over time. This is a mechanical action, not a diagnostic test performed on samples taken from the body.
- No mention of testing biological samples: The process involves scanning or molding the patient's teeth, designing a treatment plan based on these physical models, and then manufacturing a physical device. There is no mention of analyzing blood, urine, tissue, or any other biological sample for diagnostic purposes.
IVD devices are used to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. The Concinnity Aligners™ does not fit this definition. It is a therapeutic device used for physical correction.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The Concinnity Aligners™ is intended for orthodontic treatment and correction of misaligned and maloccluded permanent teeth (i.e. all second molars).
Product codes
NXC
Device Description
The Concinnity Aligners™ is a custom clear aligner system. They are a series of doctor (orthodontist or dentist) prescribed clear plastic removable aligners that are used as alternative to traditional orthodontic wires and brackets for the alignment of maloccluded or misaligned teeth. This series of aligner moves the teeth gently, and in small increments, from their original misalignment to their final treated position for improved dental alignment.
The Concinnity Aligners™ comes in two forms: a polyurethane-based material used to treat malocclusion in heavy bruxers, and a second form made from cycloaliphatic co-polyester polyurethane used in for all other patients. The polyurethane material is identical to the predicate device's material, and the cvcloaliphatic co-polyester and polyurethane materials are used in the reference device.
The manufacturing of Concinnity™ Aligners begins with the clinician prescribing aligners to treat a patient's malocclusion. The decision to use clear aligner-based treatment is made by the clinician. In addition to the prescription the clinician also provides Drake Precision Dental Laboratory (DPDL) with a model of the patient's dentition. The clinician can generate a digital file by scanning the patient's mouth directly using Intraoral scanner (IOS) software, such as 3Shape Trios or iTero software. A mold of the patient's dentition is obtained using traditional impression material or by converting the mold to a stone model.
Impressions are taken by the dental clinician and submitted to Drake Labs along with the physician's prescription. All incoming impressions are logged and tracked under the DPDL QMS system. If DPDL receives a digital file it is tracked through its QMS system without any modifications. If DPDL receives a stone model from the information is entered and tracked as per QMS. The stone model is scanned using a digital scanner and converted into a digital file. Upon receipt of traditional impression molds, they are converted to stone models which can be scanned and digitized.
The digital files are sent to a third party design firm which develops the treatment plan. The third-party design firm utilizes the digital files and the prescription from the clinician to create a customized treatment plan that is reviewed and approved by the clinician. The customized plan generates a series of *.stl CAD files for building models that allow fabrication of aligners that gently move the teeth in small increments. The third party uses the 3Shape Clear Aligner Studio (K180941) to develop the treatment plan. The treatment plan is sent to the prescribing clinician for approval before it is sent back to DPDL.
Once DPDL receives these *.stl CAD files of the treatment plan the CAD unit in DPDL receives the documents, updates the QMS documentation and manufacturing begins. The DPDL manufacturing unit generates sequential 3D printed models replicating the clinician approved treatment plan. The sequential models are 3D printed and are used to generate clear thermoplastic aligners.
The aligners are cut to fit dentition, the cleaned and polished to remove rough edges. The sequential aligners are the packaged and labeled. Quality assurance ensures that the correct aligners are being shipped to the prescribing physician. The final product is released and shipped to the prescribing clinician who is responsible for ensuring the patient's safe use of the device.
The Concinnity™ Aligners are manufactured using thermoplastic polymers used by the predicate and reference devices. Manufacturing, processing, labeling, and shipping of the aligners are performed under strict quality control procedures that ensures Concinnity Aligners™ is manufactured under the QMS.
Drake Labs sends the aligners to the doctor who delivers them to the patient in sequential stages, provides instructions for use (such as when to change aligners), and monitors the case progression and fit and function from the first aligner through the end of treatment through follow-up appointments.
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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
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Input Imaging Modality
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Anatomical Site
permanent teeth (i.e. all second molars)
Indicated Patient Age Range
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Intended User / Care Setting
orthodontist or dentist / Not Found
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)
Biocompatibility testing:
The following biocompatible studies were performed on the thermoplastic polymers used to manufacture Concinnity Aligners:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5) - Passed
- Sensitization (ISO 10993-10) - Passed
- Intracutaneous reactivity (ISO 10993-10) - Passed
- Oral mucosal Irritation (ISO 10993-10) - Passed
- Genotoxicity (ISO 10993-3) - Passed
- Skin irritation (ISO 10993-10) - Passed
- Sub chronic systemic toxicity (ISO 10993-11) - Passed
Biocompatibility evaluation conducted determined that the Concinnity Aligners™ are biocompatible for their intended use.
Bench Performance Testing:
Study Type: Manufacturing fit validation study
Sample Size: Four complete orthodontic cases
Key Results: The differences in distances between digital files, 3D models, and aligners were calculated and evaluated. The manufacturing fit validation study demonstrated the differences in distance measured were within statistically established tolerance limits. Furthermore, the aligner fit clinician evaluation showed that the aligners manufactured at each stage demonstrated that all test cases received a Grade A, passing all pre-determined evaluation criteria. No manufacturing inconsistencies could be found. This study and the data included have demonstrated that Concinnity Aligners can be manufactured as intended.
Animal or Human testing:
Concinnity Aligners™ are composed of identical material components as the predicate devices, using similar manufacturing processes. They have the same intended use, including the same intended anatomical location and frequency and duration of use. Additionally, the material manufacturer conducted physical properties testing and provided the reports to FDA. Therefore, animal and human testing was not determined to be necessary.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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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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November 9, 2020
Drake Precision Dental Laboratory Inc % Srinagesh Koushik Managing Partner BDRA Consulting LLC 1 Clearwater Court Damascus, Maryland 20872
Re: K200005
Trade/Device Name: Concinnity Aligners Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.5470 Regulation Name: Orthodontic Plastic Bracket Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NXC Dated: October 1, 2020 Received: October 2, 2020
Dear Srinagesh Koushik:
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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Sincerely,
for Srinivas "Nandu" Nandkumar, Ph.D. Director DHT1B: Division of Dental Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K200005
Device Name Concinnity Aligners™
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Concinnity Aligners™ is intended for orthodontic treatment and correction of misaligned and maloccluded permanent teeth (i.e. all second molars).
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
|---|---|
| ------------------------------------------------- | -- |
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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K200005 510k Summary
| 510k Owner: | Drake Precision Dental Laboratory INC |
|---|---|
| 510k Owner Address: | Drake Precision Dental Laboratory INC |
| 8510 Crown Crescent Ct. | |
| Charlotte, NC, 28227 | |
| Contact: | Robert Savage |
| Vice President / Chief Financial Officer | |
| Phone: | 704-845-2401 Extension 1106 |
| Email: | bsavage@drakelab.com |
| Submission Correspondent: | Shree Koushik Ph.D. RAC |
| BDRA Consulting LLC | |
| 1 Clearwater Court, Damascus, MD 20872 | |
| Phone: | 301-922-7231 |
| Email: | shree@bdraqa.com |
| Date Prepared: | November 2, 2020 |
| Device Trade Name: | Concinnity Aligners™ |
| Classification Name: | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket |
| Common Name: | Sequential Aligner |
| Classification Number: | 21 CFR 872.5470 |
| Product Code: | NXC |
| Classification: | 2 |
| Predicate Device: | K173785, Custom Clear Aligners System |
| Clearance date 03/13/2019 | |
| Reference Device: | K182826, Ormco Spark Aligner System |
| Clearance Date: 10/11/2018 |
Intended Use / Indications for use:
The Concinnity Aligners™ is intended for orthodontic treatment and correction of misaligned and maloccluded permanent teeth (i.e. all second molars).
Device Description:
The Concinnity Aligners™ is a custom clear aligner system. They are a series of doctor (orthodontist or dentist) prescribed clear plastic removable aligners that are used as alternative to traditional orthodontic wires and brackets for the alignment of maloccluded or misaligned teeth. This series of aligner moves the teeth gently, and in small increments, from their original misalignment to their final treated position for improved dental alignment.
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The Concinnity Aligners™ comes in two forms: a polyurethane-based material used to treat malocclusion in heavy bruxers, and a second form made from cycloaliphatic co-polyester polyurethane used in for all other patients. The polyurethane material is identical to the predicate device's material, and the cvcloaliphatic co-polyester and polyurethane materials are used in the reference device.
The manufacturing of Concinnity™ Aligners begins with the clinician prescribing aligners to treat a patient's malocclusion. The decision to use clear aligner-based treatment is made by the clinician. In addition to the prescription the clinician also provides Drake Precision Dental Laboratory (DPDL) with a model of the patient's dentition. The clinician can generate a digital file by scanning the patient's mouth directly using Intraoral scanner (IOS) software, such as 3Shape Trios or iTero software. A mold of the patient's dentition is obtained using traditional impression material or by converting the mold to a stone model.
lmpressions are taken by the dental clinician and submitted to Drake Labs along with the physician's prescription. All incoming impressions are logged and tracked under the DPDL QMS system. If DPDL receives a digital file it is tracked through its QMS system without any modifications. If DPDL receives a stone model from the information is entered and tracked as per QMS. The stone model is scanned using a digital scanner and converted into a digital file. Upon receipt of traditional impression molds, they are converted to stone models which can be scanned and digitized.
The digital files are sent to a third party design firm which develops the treatment plan. The third-party design firm utilizes the digital files and the prescription from the clinician to create a customized treatment plan that is reviewed and approved by the clinician. The customized plan generates a series of *.stl CAD files for building models that allow fabrication of aligners that gently move the teeth in small increments. The third party uses the 3Shape Clear Aligner Studio (K180941) to develop the treatment plan. The treatment plan is sent to the prescribing clinician for approval before it is sent back to DPDL.
Once DPDL receives these *.stl CAD files of the treatment plan the CAD unit in DPDL receives the documents, updates the QMS documentation and manufacturing begins. The DPDL manufacturing unit generates sequential 3D printed models replicating the clinician approved treatment plan. The sequential models are 3D printed and are used to generate clear thermoplastic aligners.
The aligners are cut to fit dentition, the cleaned and polished to remove rough edges. The sequential aligners are the packaged and labeled. Quality assurance ensures that the correct aligners are being shipped to the prescribing physician. The final product is released and shipped to the prescribing clinician who is responsible for ensuring the patient's safe use of the device.
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The Concinnity™ Aligners are manufactured using thermoplastic polymers used by the predicate and reference devices. Manufacturing, processing, labeling, and shipping of the aligners are performed under strict quality control procedures that ensures Concinnity Aligners™ is manufactured under the QMS.
Drake Labs sends the aligners to the doctor who delivers them to the patient in sequential stages, provides instructions for use (such as when to change aligners), and monitors the case progression and fit and function from the first aligner through the end of treatment through follow-up appointments.
Operating Principle:
Each progressive aligner is intended to be worn for 2 weeks for 22 hours per day (removal only for eating and oral hygiene). Gentle force is applied (by the aligner) to achieve progressive realignment of the teeth until the teeth are aligned as per treatment plan. Similar to predicates and traditional braces the treatment plan proceeds over time under clinician supervision.
Biocompatibility testing:
The following biocompatible studies were performed on the thermoplastic polymers used to manufacture Concinnity Aligners:
| Biocompatibility | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Number | Test | Standard | Results |
| 1 | Cytotoxicity | ISO 10993-5 | Passed |
| 2 | Sensitization | ISO 10993-10 | Passed |
| 3 | Intracutaneous | ||
| reactivity | ISO 10993-10 | Passed | |
| 4 | Oral mucosal Irritation | ISO 10993-10 | Passed |
| 5 | Genotoxicity | ISO 10993-3 | Passed |
| 6 | Skin irritation | ISO 10993-10 | Passed |
| 7 | Sub chronic systemic | ||
| toxicity | ISO 10993-11 | Passed |
Biocompatibility evaluation conducted determined that the Concinnity Aligners™ are biocompatible for their intended use.
Bench Performance Testing:
Bay Materials LLC, the manufacturer of the thermoplastic aligner materials, have conducted extensive physical properties testing. DPDL conducted a manufacturing fit validation study using both material types.
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Briefly, four complete orthodontic cases have been evaluated at several different intervals in the manufacturing process of the Concinnity Aligners™. The integrity of the printed models from the digital files was assessed at several stage intervals for accuracy and predictability of the printed models.
The digital model files were measured using the digital measurement tool within the 3shape software. The printed digital models, as well as the aligners, were measured using digital hand calipers. A licensed clinician then evaluated the clear aligner's quality for fit, function, and adaptability to the software treatment design models and the printed models.
The manufacturing fit validation process included the following steps: first, four different orthodontic cases that could be treated using Concinnity Aligners™ were selected. Next, after receiving the prescription and dental impression from the prescribing clinician, the subjects were documented as per the DPDL quality management system. Then, the digital files of the patient's impressions were sent to a third-party design firm. The design firm designed the treatment plan and obtained prescribing clinicians' approval. Finally, upon receipt of the treatment design files, DPDL 3D printed dental models of the first, middle, and last stages for each of the four cases. Aligners from both thermoplastic aligners were cast for the first, middle and last stages for the four cases.
The differences in distances between digital files, 3D models, and aligners were calculated and evaluated. The manufacturing fit validation study demonstrated the differences in distance measured were within statistically established tolerance limits. Furthermore, the aligner fit clinician evaluation showed that the aligners manufactured at each stage demonstrated that all test cases received a Grade A, passing all pre-determined evaluation criteria. No manufacturing inconsistencies could be found.
This study and the data included have demonstrated that Concinnity Aligners can be manufactured as intended.
Animal or Human testing:
Concinnity Aligners™ are composed of identical material components as the predicate devices, using similar manufacturing processes. They have the same intended use, including the same intended anatomical location and frequency and duration of use. Additionally, the material manufacturer conducted physical properties testing and provided the reports to FDA. Therefore, animal and human testing was not determined to be necessary.
Substantial Equivalence:
The Concinnity Aligner's intended use is identical to the predicate and reference device. They all are all made of the same materials, using similar manufacturing processes, and have identical clinical use. They also are used in the same intended anatomical location and have the same frequency and duration of exposure. Drake Precision Dental Laboratory concludes that
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Concinnity Aligners™ is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
Substantial Equivalence Table:
| Trade Name: | Custom Clear Aligner
System | K182826 | Concinnity Aligners™ | Material | Thin
thermoformed
polyurethane | Thermoplastic polyurethane -
polyester composite resin | Identical to the
predicate or
reference
device |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|
| | Primary Predicate | Reference Device | Subject Device | Biocompatible | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 510(k) Number | K173785 | K182826 | | Primary Predicate | Primary Predicate | Reference Device | Subject Device |
| Manufacturer | Derby Dental Laboratory, Inc. | Sybron Dental Specialties | Drake Precision Dental
Laboratory | OTC or Rx | Rx | Rx | Rx |
| Trade Name: | Custom Clear Aligner
System | K182826 | Concinnity Aligners™ | Software Use for
ordering workflow | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Regulation
Product Code
Classification
Classification
Name | 21 CFR 852.5470
NCX
Class 2
Orthodontic Plastic Bracket | 21 CFR 852.5470
NCX
Class 2
Orthodontic Plastic Bracket | 21 CFR 852.5470
NCX
Class 2
Orthodontic Plastic Bracket | Trade Name: | Custom Clear Aligner
System | K182826 | Concinnity Aligners™ |
| Intended Use /
Indications for use | The Custom Clear Aligner
System is indicated for use in
the alignment of permanent
teeth through the orthodontic
treatment of misalignment
and malocclusion. | The Ormco™ Spark™ Aligner
System is indicated for the
alignment of teeth during
orthodontic treatment of
malocclusion in patients with
permanent dentition (i.e., all
second molars). The Ormco™
Spark™ Aligner System positions
teeth by way of continuous gentle
force. | The Concinnity Aligners™ is
intended for orthodontic
treatment and correction of
misaligned and maloccluded
permanent teeth (i.e. all second
molars). | Sterile | No | No | No |
| Operating Principle | Alignment of teeth by
application of continuous
gentle force, by sequential
use of preformed plastic
trays. | Orthodontic tooth movement
occurs through forces applied by
the appliance to the dentition as
each tooth follows the
programmed displaStone based
on a doctor's prescription | Each progressive aligner is
intended to be worn for 2
weeks / 22 hours per day
(removal only for eating and
oral hygiene), where gentle
force is applied (by the
aligner) to achieve
progressive realignment of
the teeth till the teeth are
aligned as per treatment
plan. Similar to predicates
and traditional braces the
treatment plan proceeds
overtime under clinician
supervision. | | | | |
| Method of Use | Each preformed plastic tray
is worn by the patient as
prescribed by the dental
practitioner, usually a few
weeks before using the
next sequential aligner tray. | Orthodontic tooth
movement occurs through
forces applied by the
appliance to the dentition as
each tooth follows the
programmed displaStone
based on a doctor's
prescription | Each sequential
preformed plastic tray is
worn by the patient as per
prescriber instruction. | | | | |
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