K Number
K203750
Device Name
Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System
Date Cleared
2021-10-09

(290 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.3630
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is indicated for the design and fabrication of single or multiple-unit implant-borne prosthetics for the restoration of partially or fully edentulous mandibles and maxillae. The system integrates multiple components of the digital dentistry workflow: scan files from Intra-Oral Scanners or Extra-Oral Scanners, CAD software, CAM software, a restorative acrylic resin, 3D printers, post-curing unit and associated accessories. The system is used to design and fabricate CAD/CAM 3D printed coping, crown and bridge restorations to be cemented onto Straumann® Variobase® Abutments that are affixed to the endosseous dental implants of the Straumann® Dental Implant System using a basal screw. The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge material in combination with the Straumann Variobase is indicated for temporary (up to 180 days) dental restoration of a Straumann dental implant.
Device Description
The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is intended for the design and fabrication of dental restorations by dental laboratories by means of a digital workflow for 3D printing. The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System employs optical impression files that document the topoqraphical characteristics of teeth, traditional dental impressions, or stone models. The Straumann CARES Visual CAD software then allows the desired restorations. The CAM software converts the digital restoration design into the sequential slice geometries needed to 3D print a restoration or multiple restorations in a print job. The printing file is transferred to the Straumann P-Series 3D printer; where it is decoded into the defined printing slices and the user initiates the printing operation. The Straumann P-Series 3D printer will then print the designed restoration using the Straumann P Pro Crown & Bridge resin. The user of a Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System can design dental implant borne restorations using Straumann Variobases as the connecting interface to the implant. By this, the user will create two-piece abutments with the 3D printed part being the upper part of the implant borne restoration.
More Information

No
The summary describes a standard CAD/CAM system for dental restorations, focusing on digital workflow, scanning, design software, 3D printing, and materials. There is no mention of AI or ML in the intended use, device description, or performance studies.

No.

The device is designed for the fabrication of dental prosthetics. While these prosthetics are used for restoration and can improve a patient's quality of life, the device itself is a manufacturing system for custom dental parts, not a direct therapeutic intervention.

No

Explanation: The device is indicated for the design and fabrication of dental prosthetics, not for diagnosing medical conditions.

No

The device is described as a system that integrates multiple components including CAD software, CAM software, a restorative acrylic resin, 3D printers, post-curing unit, and associated accessories. While software is a key component, the system includes significant hardware (3D printer, post-curing unit) and materials (resin).

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

Here's why:

  • Intended Use: The intended use is for the design and fabrication of dental prosthetics (copings, crowns, and bridges) for restoring partially or fully edentulous mandibles and maxillae. This is a restorative and manufacturing process, not a diagnostic one.
  • Device Description: The description details a system for creating physical dental restorations using digital workflows, 3D printing, and specific materials. It focuses on the process of designing and fabricating a medical device (the dental prosthetic).
  • Lack of Diagnostic Purpose: There is no mention of the system being used to diagnose a disease, condition, or state of health. It does not analyze biological samples (blood, tissue, etc.) or provide information for diagnostic purposes.

IVD devices are specifically designed to be used in vitro (outside the body) to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. This system does not fit that description.

N/A

Intended Use / Indications for Use

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is indicated for the design and fabrication of single or multiple-unit implant-borne prosthetics for the restoration of partially or fully edentulous mandibles and maxillae. The system integrates multiple components of the digital dentistry workflow: scan files from Intra-Oral Scanners or Extra-Oral Scanners, CAD software, CAM software, a restorative acrylic resin, 3D printers, post-curing unit and associated accessories. The system is used to design and fabricate CAD/CAM 3D printed coping, crown and bridge restorations to be cemented onto Straumann® Variobase® Abutments that are affixed to the endosseous dental implants of the Straumann® Dental Implant System using a basal screw.

The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge material in combination with the Straumann Variobase is indicated for temporary (up to 180 days) dental restoration of a Straumann dental implant.

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

NHA, PNP

Device Description

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is intended for the design and fabrication of dental restorations by dental laboratories by means of a digital workflow for 3D printing.

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System employs optical impression files that document the topoqraphical characteristics of teeth, traditional dental impressions, or stone models. The Straumann CARES Visual CAD software then allows the desired restorations. The CAM software converts the digital restoration design into the sequential slice geometries needed to 3D print a restoration or multiple restorations in a print job. The printing file is transferred to the Straumann P-Series 3D printer; where it is decoded into the defined printing slices and the user initiates the printing operation. The Straumann P-Series 3D printer will then print the designed restoration using the Straumann P Pro Crown & Bridge resin.

The user of a Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System can design dental implant borne restorations using Straumann Variobases as the connecting interface to the implant. By this, the user will create two-piece abutments with the 3D printed part being the upper part of the implant borne restoration.

Mentions image processing

Not Found

Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

Not Found

Input Imaging Modality

optical impression files

Anatomical Site

partially or fully edentulous mandibles and maxillae

Indicated Patient Age Range

Not Found

Intended User / Care Setting

dental laboratories

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

Not Found

Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

Dynamic fatigue and static strength tests were conducted according to the FDA guidance document "Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff – Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Abutments" and demonstrated that the Straumann Variobases restored with P pro Crown & Bridge constructs are equivalent to the primary predicate and reference devices.

Biocompatibility tests of the P pro Crown & Bridge material in K200039 (including cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation) were passed successfully.

The sterilization process for the Straumann Variobase® was validated according to applicable recommendations in the FDA guidance document "Reprocessing Medical Devices in Health Care Settings: Validation Methods and Labeling, issued on March 17, 2015".

Software verification and validation testing was provided for the subject abutment design library to demonstrate effective use with the Straumann CARES Visual CAD software. Software verification and validation testing was conducted to demonstrate that the restrictions prevent design of the top half component of the two-piece abutment outside of the allowable design limitations, including screenshots under user verification testing. In addition, the encrypted abutment design library was validated to demonstrate that the established design limitations and specifications are locked and cannot be modified within the abutment design library.

Non-clinical testing and MRI simulations were performed to evaluate the dental implant system offered by Institut Straumann AG. Non-clinical testing demonstrates that these products are MR Conditional.

Verification of the 3D printer system showed that the design input matched the output, that the process is repeatable and independent of print orientation, build plate location effects, and the effects of material reuse (re-use of leftover material for up to 30 times).

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

Not Found

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.

K171649

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.

K200039, K120822, K173968, K173379, K190662, K190082, K190040, K100247

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).

Not Found

§ 872.3630 Endosseous dental implant abutment.

(a)
Identification. An endosseous dental implant abutment is a premanufactured prosthetic component directly connected to the endosseous dental implant and is intended for use as an aid in prosthetic rehabilitation.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). 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.)

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October 9, 2021

Institut Straumann AG % Jennifer Jackson Director of Regulatory Affairs and Ouality Straumann USA, LLC 60 Minuteman Road Andover, Massachusetts 01801

Re: K203750

Trade/Device Name: Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3630 Regulation Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NHA. PNP Dated: September 15, 2021 Received: September 16, 2021

Dear Jennifer Jackson:

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.

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Sincerely.

Andrew Steen for Assistant Director DHT1B: Division of Dental and ENT 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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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known)

K203750

Device Name

Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System

Indications for Use (Describe)

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is indicated for the design and fabrication of single or multiple-unit implant-borne prosthetics for the restoration of partially or fully edentulous mandibles. The system integrates multiple components of the digital dentistry workflow: scan files from Intra-Oral Scanners, CAD software, CAM software, a restorative acrylic resin, 3D printers, post-curing unit and associated accessories. The system is used to design and fabricate CAD/CAM 3D printed coping, crown and bridge restorations to be cemented onto Straumann® Variobase® Abutments, that are affixed to the endosseous dental implants of the Straumann® Dental Implant System using a basal screw.

The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge material in combination with the Straumann Variobase is indicated for temporary (up to 180 days) dental restoration of a Straumann dental implant.

Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) 図Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)

□Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary

510(k) Summary

Submitter's Contact Information

| Submitter: | Straumann USA, LLC (on behalf of Institut Straumann AG)
60 Minuteman Road
Andover, MA 01810
Registration No.: 1222315
Owner/Operator No.: 9005052 |
|---------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | On behalf of: |
| | Institut Straumann AG
Peter Merian Weg 12
CH-4002 Basel, Switzerland |
| Contact Person: | Jennifer M. Jackson, MS
Director of Regulatory Affairs and Quality
Phone Number: +1-978-747-2509
Fax Number: +1-978-747-0023 |
| Prepared By: | Gordon Dodds
Manager Design Control QM
Etkon GmbH |
| Date of Submission: | September 30, 2021 |

Name of the Device

Trade Names:Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System
Common Name:Endosseous dental implant abutment
Classification Name:Endosseous dental implant abutment
Regulation Number:21 CFR 872.3630
Device Classification:II
Product Code(s):NHA, PNP
Classification Panel:Dental

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510(k) Summary

Predicate and Reference Device(s)

Primary Predicate:

  • K171649 CARES M-Series CADCAM System .
    Reference Devices:

  • K200039 P pro Crown & Bridge (DeltaMed GmbH) .

  • K120822 Straumann CARES Variobase® Abutment NNC, RN, WN, NC, RC ●

  • K173968 CARES Variobase® for Bridge/Bar Cylindrical (Institut Straumann AG) .

  • K173379 Variobase® AS (Institut Straumann AG) .

  • K190662 MR I Compatibility for Existing Straumann Dental Implant Systems (Institut . Straumann AG)

  • . K190082 – Straumann® BLX Variobase® Abutment (Institut Straumann AG)

  • . K190040 – Straumann BLX Line Extension - New Abutments (Institut Straumann AG)

  • K100247 DETAX Implantlink Semi Classic cement .

Device Description

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is intended for the design and fabrication of dental restorations by dental laboratories by means of a digital workflow for 3D printing.

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System employs optical impression files that document the topoqraphical characteristics of teeth, traditional dental impressions, or stone models. The Straumann CARES Visual CAD software then allows the desired restorations. The CAM software converts the digital restoration design into the sequential slice geometries needed to 3D print a restoration or multiple restorations in a print job. The printing file is transferred to the Straumann P-Series 3D printer; where it is decoded into the defined printing slices and the user initiates the printing operation. The Straumann P-Series 3D printer will then print the designed restoration using the Straumann P Pro Crown & Bridge resin.

The user of a Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System can design dental implant borne restorations using Straumann Variobases as the connecting interface to the implant. By this, the user will create two-piece abutments with the 3D printed part being the upper part of the implant borne restoration.

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Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System

510(k) Summary

The Straumann Variobases that can be restored via the Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System include the following models and platforms:

  • . RC (Reqular CrossFit®)
  • . NC (Narrow CrossFit®)
  • . RN (Regular Neck)
  • . WN (Wide Neck)
  • RB (Regular Base) .
  • RB/WB (Regular Base/Wide Base) .

The Straumann® Variobases are pre-manufactured (stock) items, sometimes referred to as "Tibases", made from a titanium-aluminum-niobium (Ti6Al7Nb, TAN) allov. They are the bottom half of the two-piece abutment.

The 3D printed polymeric portion of the dental restoration will have a connecting interface to the coronal aspect of the Variobase, so that it can be cemented to that connecting interface. The 3D printed items feature a screw channel hole so that the cemented two-piece abutment can be affixed via a basal screw to the dental implant. The dental restoration is the top half of the twopiece abutment.

TypeImplant-borneImage
Single unitUsing previously cleared
Variobase AbutmentsImage: dental implant
Image: dental implant
Multi-unitUsing previously cleared
Variobase AbutmentsImage: dental implant in mouth

The different types of restorations are described in Table 1.

Table 1 – Types of restorations

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510(k) Summary

The digital workflow using the Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System includes the use of the following products:

Dental Scanner(s)

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM system can accept files generated using the following devices (note that these are not subject devices to this submission):

  • . Dental Wings Intra-Oral Scanner, DWIO
  • . Dental Wings 3-Series & 7-Series desktop scanners (extra-oral)

The dental scanner takes optical impressions that record the topographical characteristics of teeth, traditional dental impressions, or stone models. This includes the location and orientation of dental implants or abutments when a Scanbody is employed during the scan.

CARES Visual CAD Software

The CARES Visual software is a dental CAD application that allows the user to digitally design dental restorations, based on information that was acquired by a dental scanner. As a result of the design process and the indication and the Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge design dimension limits, a three-dimensional geometry is created. The use of Straumann provided digital device models (interface library) assures the accuracy of the interfaces between the designed restoration and the Variobase® being restored.

CAM Module

The CAM interface module converts the digital three-dimensional restoration geometry into the layer geometries for the 3D printer.

Straumann P-Series 3D printer

The 3D printer receives the CAM file from the CAM software. The user loads the CAM file into the Straumann P-Series 3D printer and initiates the 3D printing process.

Centrifuge

A centrifuging process is carried out to remove non polymerized resin from the surface of the printed dental restoration, without the use of a solvent, before the curing process.

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510(k) Summary

Post Curing

After the centrifyge process, the printed restorations need to undergo a final light-induced polymerization process, so that the device achieves its tested physical and mechanical characteristics.

3D printing resin

The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge resin is the raw material used to create the 3D printed restorations. The material is available in three different color shades, A1, A2 and A3. The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge material has received 510(k) clearance through K200039, as a temporary restoration for crowns and bridges (CFR 872.3770, Product Code EBG). The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge resin device in this submission, while of the same material composition, is for use as an endosseous dental implant abutment (CFR 872.3630, Product Code NHA). The P pro Crown & Bridge design specifications for crowns and bridges are:

Restoration typeParameterValue
CrownMinimum wall thickness1.0 mm
Maximum angulation30°
Minimum post-height of Variobase
combined with P pro Crown& Bridge
crown4.6 mm
Minimum diameter3.8 mm
BridgeMinimum wall thickness1.0 mm
Maximum angulation30°
Minimum post-height of Variobase
combined with P pro Crown& Bridge
abutment4.6 mm
Minimum diameter3.8 mm
Maximum number of units6
Maximum number of pontics2
Minimum cross-section of connector
anterior/posterior12 mm²/ 14 mm²

Table 2 – Design parameters for 3D printed restorations from Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge

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510(k) Summary

Intended Use

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is intended to be used for the design and fabrication of patient-specific dental restorations. The dental restorations are intended to restore dental implants via a Ti-base style abutment (Straumann tradename Variobase).

Indications for Use

The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System is indicated for the design and fabrication of single or multiple-unit implant-borne prosthetics for the restoration of partially or fully edentulous mandibles and maxillae. The system integrates multiple components of the digital dentistry workflow: scan files from Intra-Oral Scanners or Extra-Oral Scanners, CAD software, CAM software, a restorative acrylic resin, 3D printers, post-curing unit and associated accessories. The system is used to design and fabricate CAD/CAM 3D printed coping, crown and bridge restorations to be cemented onto Straumann® Variobase® Abutments that are affixed to the endosseous dental implants of the Straumann® Dental Implant System using a basal screw.

The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge material in combination with the Straumann Variobase is indicated for temporary (up to 180 days) dental restoration of a Straumann dental implant.

Technoloqical Characteristics

The technological characteristics of the subject devices are compared to the primary predicate device in Table 3.

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510(k) Summary

FEATUREPROPOSED DEVICEPRIMARY PREDICATE DEVICE
K NumberSubject DeviceK171649
Indications for
UseStraumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System
The Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM
System is indicated for the design and fabrication of
single or multiple-unit implant-borne prosthetics for
the restoration of partially or fully edentulous
mandibles and maxillae. The system integrates
multiple components of the digital dentistry
workflow: scan files from Intra-Oral Scanners or
Extra-Oral Scanners, CAD software, CAM software,
a restorative acrylic resin, 3D printers, post-curing
unit and associated accessories. The system is
used to design and fabricate CAD/CAM 3D printed
coping, crown and bridge restorations to be
cemented onto Straumann® Variobase® Abutments
that are affixed to the endosseous dental implants
of the Straumann® Dental Implant System using a
basal screw.
The Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge material in
combination with the Straumann Variobase is
indicated for temporary (up to 180 days) dental
restoration of a Straumann dental implant.Straumann CARES M-Series CAD/CAM System
The Straumann CARES M-Series CAD/CAM System
is indicated for the design and fabrication of single or
multiple-unit implant-borne prosthetics for the
restoration of partially or fully edentulous mandibles
and maxillae. The system integrates multiple
components of the digital dentistry workflow: scan
files from Intra-Oral Scanners or Extra-Oral
Scanners, CAD software, CAM software, restoration
material blanks, milling machines and associated
tooling and accessories. The system is used to
design and fabricate CAD/CAM milled coping, crown
and bridge restorations to be cemented onto
Straumann® Variobase® Abutments, as well as
milled abutments to be affixed to the endosseous
dental implants of the Straumann® Dental Implant
System using a basal screw.
Source of Input
FilesIntra-Oral Scanner
Bench-top ScannersIntra-Oral Scanner
Bench-top Scanners
Bench Scanner
ControlYesYes
Implant
DetectionYes, using ScanbodiesYes, using Scanbodies
Design
EnvironmentStraumann CARES Visual:
Closed CAD System facilitating the design of
restorations used in conjunction with the devices of
the Straumann Dental Implant System (SDIS).Straumann CARES Visual:
Closed CAD System facilitating the design of
restorations used in conjunction with the devices of
the Straumann Dental Implant System (SDIS).
Restoration
Types
SupportedSingle unit restorations and bridges for Straumann
VariobasesSingle unit restorations and bridges for Straumann
Variobases
Supported
VariobasesStraumann Variobase Abutments for NC, RC, RN
and WN implant-to-abutment interfaces (K120822).
Straumann Variobase Abutments for Bridges and
Bars for NC, RC, RN and WN implant-to-abutment
interfaces (K173968)
Copings for Straumann Screw-Retained Abutments
(K133421).
Straumann Variobase AS (K173379)
Straumann Variobase BLX (K190082)
Straumann BLX Varibase for Bar & Bridge
(K190040)Straumann Variobase Abutments for NC, RC, NNC,
RN and WN implant-to-abutment interfaces
(K120822).
Straumann Variobase Abutments for Bridges and
Bars for NC, RC, NNC, RN and WN implant-to-
abutment interfaces (K151157)
Copings for Straumann Screw-Retained Abutments
(K133421).
Supported
Restorative
MaterialsStraumann P pro Crown & Bridge (K200039)Zirconia and glass ceramic milling blanks
Restoration
SizesSingle crown up to 6-unit bridgeSingle crown up to 16-unit bridge
FEATUREPROPOSED DEVICEPRIMARY PREDICATE DEVICE
K NumberSubject DeviceK171649
Interface to
Variobase3D printed by the systemMilled by the system
CAD to Local
Production
TransferStraumann CARES Visual output STL is converted
to printing layer format using Netfabb software and
transferred to printerStraumann CARES Visual output geometry is
converted to a milling tool path sequence using
Moduleworks software and transferred to mill
Supported
manufacturing
equipmentStraumann CARES P-Series 3D printersStraumann CARES M-Series mills
Fabrication
Workflow3D printing (additive)Milling (subtractive)
Compatible
ImplantsStraumann Bone Level implants having the NC,
RC, RB and RB/WB implant-to-abutment interface
geometries.
Straumann Tissue Level implants having the RN,
and WN implant-to-abutment interface geometries.Straumann Bone Level implants having the NC and
RC implant-to-abutment interface geometries.
Straumann Tissue Level implants having the NNC,
RN, and WN implant-to-abutment interface
geometries.
Abutment
Platform
Diameters3.8 mm - 7.0 mm3.8 mm - 7.0 mm
Material of
VariobaseTitanium alloy
(Ti-6Al-7Nb, TAN)Titanium alloy
(Ti-6Al-7Nb, TAN)
Material of
restorationAcrylic - P Pro Crown & BridgeZrO2
Lifetime of
RestorationTemporary (up to 180 days) acrylic materialPermanent zirconia materials
ConstructionTwo-piece abutment base with bonded restoration
produced via the Straumann CAD/CAM System
digital workflow with a 3D printed crown from P pro
Crown & Bridge material.Two-piece abutment base with bonded restoration
produced via the Straumann CAD/CAM System
digital workflow via local milling by the Straumann M-
Series milling machine.
Maximum
Angulation30° controlled in design software30° controlled in design software
Minimum post-
height4.6 mm4.55 mm Zolid SHT
4.2 mm Zolid HT
Minimum wall
thickness1.0 mm0.95 mm Zolid SHT
0.6 mm Zolid HT
Maximum
number of
pontics2 pontics1 pontic - Zolid SHT
2 pontics - Zolid HT
Maximum
number of units6 units3 units - Zolid SHT
16 units - Zolid HT
SterilityProvided non-sterile - terminally sterilized via
autoclave prior to implantation.Provided non-sterile - terminally sterilized via
autoclave prior to implantation.

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510(k) Summary

Table 3 – Comparison of subject device versus primary predicate device

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510(k) Summary

Feature Comparison:

Indications for Use - The differences between the subject and predicate device are due to the different manufacturing processes and materials. The subject device features an additive 3D printing CAD/CAM procedure while the primary predicate device features a subtractive milling CAD/CAM process. The proposed device uses a 510(k) cleared acrylic resin, Straumann P pro Crown & Bridge (K200039) for temporary use, while the primary predicate uses zirconia milling disks or glass ceramic blocks for permanent use. The intended use for both, production of a crown or bridge on Ti-bases, is substantially equivalent as an endosseous dental implant abutment (CFR 872.3630, Product Code NHA).

Design Specifications – There are differences in the minimum abutment post height and minimum wall thickness between the subject and predicate devices. Fatique testing of the subject and predicate devices has assured that the subject and predicate device values for these are sufficient for their intended use. The maximum number of units and maximum number of pontics is specified by the material manufacturer and depends on the material. The values used for the subject and predicate devices correspond to the values specified by the respective material manufacturer. The Design Specifications are thus substantially equivalent.

Performance Testing

Dynamic fatigue and static strength tests were conducted according to the FDA guidance document "Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff – Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Abutments" and demonstrated that the Straumann Variobases restored with P pro Crown & Bridge constructs are equivalent to the primary predicate and reference devices.

The subject device materials are identical to reference device materials. Biocompatibility tests of the P pro Crown & Bridge material in K200039 (including cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation) were passed successfully. Therefore, no new issues regarding biocompatibility were raised.

The sterilization process for the Straumann Variobase® was validated according to applicable recommendations in the FDA guidance document "Reprocessing Medical Devices in Health Care Settings: Validation Methods and Labeling, issued on March 17, 2015".

Software verification and validation testing was provided for the subject abutment design library to demonstrate effective use with the Straumann CARES Visual CAD software. Software

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Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System

510(k) Summary

verification and validation testing was conducted to demonstrate that the restrictions prevent design of the top half component of the two-piece abutment outside of the allowable design limitations, including screenshots under user verification testing. In addition, the encrypted abutment design library was validated to demonstrate that the established design limitations and specifications are locked and cannot be modified within the abutment design library. Non-clinical testing and MRI simulations were performed to evaluate the dental implant system offered by Institut Straumann AG. Non-clinical testing demonstrates that these products are MR Conditional.

Verification of the 3D printer system showed that the design input matched the output, that the process is repeatable and independent of print orientation, build plate location effects, and the effects of material reuse (re-use of leftover material for up to 30 times).

Conclusion

The documentation submitted in this premarket notification has determined that dental restorations designed and manufactured via the Straumann CARES P-Series CAD/CAM System are substantially equivalent to the identified primary and reference predicate devices.