(58 days)
No
The summary describes a physical device (aligners) and a treatment planning software, but there is no mention of AI or ML being used in the device itself or the planning process. The validation focuses on manufacturing, biocompatibility, shelf life, packaging, and software validation according to IEC 62304, not AI/ML performance metrics.
Yes.
The device is specifically stated to be for "orthodontic treatment of malocclusion," which is a therapeutic purpose to correct dental alignment.
No
The device is described as a series of removable plastic aligners intended for the orthodontic treatment of malocclusion, not for diagnosing medical conditions.
No
The device description explicitly states that the Nuvola® device is a series of removable plastic aligners made of thermoformed PET-G sheeting material, which are physical hardware components.
Based on the provided information, the Nuvola® aligner is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) device.
Here's why:
- Intended Use: The intended use is for the orthodontic treatment of malocclusion, which is a therapeutic purpose, not a diagnostic one.
- Device Description: The device is a series of physical aligners used to mechanically move teeth. It does not perform any tests on biological samples (like blood, urine, or tissue) to diagnose a condition.
- Lack of Diagnostic Function: The description focuses on the physical manipulation of teeth for treatment, not on providing information about a patient's health status through in vitro testing.
IVD devices are specifically designed to examine specimens derived from the human body to provide information for diagnostic, monitoring, or compatibility purposes. The Nuvola® aligner does not fit this definition.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
Nuvola® aligner is intended for the orthodontic treatment of malocclusion.
Product codes
NXC
Device Description
The Nuvola® device is a doctor-prescribed series of removable plastic aligners intended as an alternative to conventional wire and bracket technology. The Nuvola® gently moves teeth in small increments from their original state to a final, treated state for improved dental alignment. The system is used in patients with primary, mixed, and permanent dentition. The system consists of a series of doctor prescribed and customized plastic aligners (thermoformed PET-G sheeting material) that gently move the patient's teeth in rements from their original state to a more optimal, treated state to address malocclusion. The first device of the treatment matches the patient's dentition in its current state and then each subsequent aligner stage of the dentition shifted gradually toward the final desired position.
The main phases of Nuvola® production are described in the following:
The manufacturing process start with obtaining the dimensions and details of the patient's baseline dentition from the prescribing clinician who takes scans of the patient's teeth and upload them into Nuvola®Web software. The scanned data (digital CAD/CAM model) are imported into specialized dental software for treatment planning (Nuvola®Web). Specialized orthodontic CAD/CAM software will be used to develop the treatment plans and to produce standard 3D printer files that will facilitate the manufacturing of each sequential aligner in the software application used for the manufacturing validation in this submission is the 3Shape Ortho System (K152086).
The Nuvola®Web software displays a series of 3-D dentition images with virtual tooth movements set up based on the doctor's prescription. The treating dental practitioner reviews these images and has the option to reject or request modifications to the set-up prior to approving it for aligner fabrication. Once the doctor approves the set-up, based on this set-up a custom-made series of thermoplastic polymer aligners are then manufactured at the aligner manufacturing facility. 3D printers are used to create the molds needed for each treatment step to provide the surface around which the aligner is thermoformed.
The final step is the thermoforming of a plastic sheet material treatment steps. This process is done using a standard thermoforming equipment and the appropriate material as outlined in this submission. The thermoformed aligners are sent back to the dentist for distribution to the patient in sequential stages and that the dentist checks the aligners for fit and function and monitors the first aligner until treatment is completed.
Mentions image processing
Yes
Mentions AI, DNN, or ML
Not Found
Input Imaging Modality
Scans of the patient's teeth (digital CAD/CAM model)
Anatomical Site
Dentition/teeth
Indicated Patient Age Range
Children, Adolescents and Adults
Intended User / Care Setting
Doctor/Dentist, laboratory
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
Manufacturing accuracy validation was performed to demonstrate the manufacturing process for Nuvola® Aligner. Two critical aspects of the manufacturing process were assessed:
- digital dentition models from treatment planning and they 3D printed molds, and
- . the fitting of the first final thermoformed aligner
The test has been repeated for 5 times with 5 different patient 3rd party software was used to perform point-to-point and critical displacement. All measurements were within the predefined tolerance of the manufacturing process. There were no differences in the intended and measured in any cases used, meeting the pre-established specification. The suitability, function and form of the aligner were checked by the prescribing doctor make the patient worn the first aligner of the 5 treatment plans used for the validation, also in this case the results were comply with the pre-established specifications and acceptance criteria.
Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
Non-clinical tests have been conducted to verify that the Nuvola® aligner meets all design specifications which supports the conclusion that it's Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate and reference devices. The following Non-clinical studies and tests were conducted:
- Manufacturing validation: Manufacturing validation was performed to verify that the manufacturing process for Nuvola® Aligner complies with the pre-established specifications and acceptance criteria.
- Biocompatibility Testing: Biocompatibility was assessed in accordance with ISO 10993-1. The tests on the material Erkodur have been performed by the supplier of the material itself.
- Shelf life: A 1-year shelf life was determined by real-time aging testing.
- Packaging: Package integrity, via simulated transport test per ISTA 2A, has been performed.
- Treatment Planning software validation: Nuvola®Web (treatment plan platform) is validated by G.E.O in accordance with IEC 62304:2006+AMD1:2015 and it turned out compliance with 21 CFR part 11.
Manufacturing accuracy validation was performed by repeating the test 5 times with 5 different patients. 3rd party software was used to perform point-to-point and critical displacement. All measurements were within the predefined tolerance of the manufacturing process. There were no differences in the intended and measured in any cases used, meeting the pre-established specification. The suitability, function and form of the aligner were checked by the prescribing doctor make the patient worn the first aligner of the 5 treatment plans used for the validation, also in this case the results were comply with the pre-established specifications and acceptance criteria.
A 1-year shelf life was determined by real-time aging testing conducted after 24 months realtime aging under standard storage condition. The test results showed conformity with the precifications and acceptance criteria. For a conservative choice, it was decided to fix as shelf life to 12 months (1 year).
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
Not Found
Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
Not Found
§ 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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October 7, 2022
Gruppo Europeo Ortodonzia srl % Carlo D`Alessandro Director, Quality and Regulatory Donawa Lifescience Consulting srl Piazza Albania. 10 Rome, 00153 ITALY
Re: K222418
Trade/Device Name: Nuvola Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.5470 Regulation Name: Orthodontic Plastic Bracket Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NXC Dated: August 5, 2022 Received: August 10, 2022
Dear Carlo D`Alessandro:
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.
Michael E. Adjodha, M.ChE. Assistant Director DHT1B: Division of Dental and ENT Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality 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)
Device Name Nuvola®
Indications for Use (Describe) Nuvola® aligner is intended for the orthodontic treatment of malocclusion
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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510(k) SUMMARY
Gruppo Europeo Ortodonzia srl (G.E.O. srl ) – Nuvola®
General Information
| 510(k) Sponsor | Gruppo Europeo Ortodonzia srl (GEO S.r.l.) |
|---|---|
| Address | via Cropani, 118 A/B |
| 00173 - Rome, Italy | |
| FDA Registration Number | --- |
| Contact Person | Massimiliano Bucceri |
| CEO and Founder | |
| Contact Information | maxbucceri@nuvolaortodonzia.com |
| +39 06 72671754 | |
| Date Prepared | 05 August 2022 |
Name of Device and Name/Address of Sponsor
| Name of Device | Nuvola |
|---|---|
| Name/Address of Sponsor | Gruppo Europeo Ortodonzia srl (GEO S.r.l.) |
| via Cropani, 118 A/B | |
| 00173 - Rome, Italy | |
| Trade/Proprietary Name | Nuvola® |
| Common Name | Aligner, Sequential |
| Classification Name | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket |
Predicate Device
| Name of Device | Invisalign System |
|---|---|
| Name/Address of Sponsor | Align Technology, Inc. , 2820 Orchard Parkway, San Jose, CA 95134 |
| Trade/Proprietary Name | Invisalign System (K220287) |
| Common Name | Aligner, Sequential |
| Classification Name | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket |
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G.E.O. S.r.I. (Gruppo Europeo di Ortodonzia) Via Cropani, 118 A/B 00173 – Roma (Italia) +39 06 72671754 info@nuvolaortodonzia.it www.nuvolaortodonzia.it
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Reference Device
| Name of Device | Ortho Aligner System |
|---|---|
| Name/Address of Sponsor | Ortho Lab Services LLC, 251 Little Falls Wilmington, DE 19808 |
| Trade/Proprietary Name | Ortho Aligner System (K212496) |
| Common Name | Aligner, Sequential |
| Classification Name | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket |
Intended Use
1. Device description
The Nuvola® device is a doctor-prescribed series of removable plastic aligners intended as an alternative to conventional wire and bracket technology. The Nuvola® gently moves teeth in small increments from their original state to a final, treated state for improved dental alignment. The system is used in patients with primary, mixed, and permanent dentition. The system consists of a series of doctor prescribed and customized plastic aligners (thermoformed PET-G sheeting material) that gently move the patient's teeth in rements from their original state to a more optimal, treated state to address malocclusion. The first device of the treatment matches the patient's dentition in its current state and then each subsequent aligner stage of the dentition shifted gradually toward the final desired position.
The main phases of Nuvola® production are described in the following:
The manufacturing process start with obtaining the dimensions and details of the patient's baseline dentition from the prescribing clinician who takes scans of the patient's teeth and upload them into Nuvola®Web software. The scanned data (digital CAD/CAM model) are imported into specialized dental software for treatment planning (Nuvola®Web). Specialized orthodontic CAD/CAM software will be used to develop the treatment plans and to produce standard 3D printer files that will facilitate the manufacturing of each sequential aligner in the software application used for the manufacturing validation in this submission is the 3Shape Ortho System (K152086).
The Nuvola®Web software displays a series of 3-D dentition images with virtual tooth movements set up based on the doctor's prescription. The treating dental practitioner reviews these images and has the option to reject or request modifications to the set-up prior to approving it for aligner fabrication. Once the doctor approves the set-up, based on this set-up a custom-made series of thermoplastic polymer aligners are then manufactured at the aligner manufacturing facility. 3D printers are used to create the molds needed for each treatment step to provide the surface around which the aligner is thermoformed.
The final step is the thermoforming of a plastic sheet material treatment steps. This process is done using a standard thermoforming equipment and the appropriate material as outlined in this submission. The thermoformed aligners are sent back to the dentist for distribution to the patient in sequential stages and that the dentist checks the aligners for fit and function and monitors the first aligner until treatment is completed.
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G.E.O. S.r.I. (Gruppo Europeo di Ortodonzia) Via Cropani, 118 A/B 00173 - Ron into@nuvolaortodonzia.it www.nuvolaortodonzia.it
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2. Indications for Use
Nuvola® aligner is intended for the orthodontic treatment of malocclusion.
3. Non-clinical studies and tests performed
Non-clinical tests have been conducted to verify that the Nuvola® aligner meets all design specifications which supports the conclusion that it's Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate and reference devices. The following Non-clinical studies and tests were conducted and are summarized in the table below:
| Manufacturing validation | Manufacturing validation was performed to verify that the
manufacturing process for Nuvola® Aligner complies with the pre-
established specifications and acceptance criteria. |
|----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Biocompatibility Testing | Biocompatibility was assessed in accordance with ISO 10993-1. The
tests on the material Erkodur have been performed by the supplier
of the material itself. |
| Shelf life | A 1-year shelf life was determined by real-time aging testing |
| Packaging | Package integrity, via simulated transport test per ISTA 2A, has been
performed |
| Treatment Planning software validation | Nuvola®Web (treatment plan platform) is validated by G.E.O in
accordance with IEC 62304:2006+AMD1:2015 and it turned out
compliance with 21 CFR part 11. |
3.1 Manufacturing validation
Manufacturing accuracy validation was performed to demonstrate the manufacturing process for Nuvola® Aligner. Two critical aspects of the manufacturing process were assessed:
- digital dentition models from treatment planning and they 3D printed molds, and
- . the fitting of the first final thermoformed aligner
The test has been repeated for 5 times with 5 different patient 3rd party software was used to perform point-to-point and critical displacement. All measurements were within the predefined tolerance of the manufacturing process. There were no differences in the intended and measured in any cases used, meeting the pre-established specification. The suitability, function and form of the aligner were checked by the prescribing doctor make the patient worn the first aligner of the 5 treatment plans used for the validation, also in this case the results were comply with the pre-established specifications and acceptance criteria.
3.1.1 Material used
The material used to produce Nuvola aligner is a Thermoforming Sheet Material indication of orthodontic and dental appliances (Erkodur, K200125). The material are pre-shaped flat plastic discs. The sheets are plasticized in appropriate thermoforming units and adapted onto patient's individual plaster models. After cooling the sheets are removed from the model and trimmed to fit. The use of thermoplastic materials for sequential aligners intended to treat malocclusions has been well documented in scientific literature regarding incremental tooth moving forces. All of the components found in Thermoforming Sheet Material have been used in legally marketed devices and/or were found safe for dental use.
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Gruppo Europeo di Or Via Cropani. 118 A/B 00173 -
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3.2 Biocompatibility Testing
The material that is in direct contact with the patient is a thermoforming sheet material already cleared by FDA (K200125) and it has been tested on its biocompatibility. The tests on the material Erkodur have been performed according to the standard EN ISO 10993-1 and FDA Guidance Document No. FDA-2013-D-0350. Biological effects to be considered for leachable are cytotoxicity, mucosa irritation, acute systemic and sub-chronic toxicity, genotoxicity. The results of the testing prove that the insolubility of the Thermoforming Sheet Material is in compliance with EN ISO 10993-1 and FDA Guidance Document No. FDA-2013-D-0350 for the intended dental use.
3.3 Shelf life
A 1-year shelf life was determined by real-time aging testing were conducted after 24 months realtime aging under standard storage condition. The test results showed conformity with the precifications and acceptance criteria. For a conservative choice, it was decided to fix as shelf life to 12 months (1 year)
3.4 Packaging
Package integrity, via simulated transport test per ISTA 2A, has been performed. The Nuvola® packaging is suitable for transportation and storage.
3.5 Treatment Planning software validation
In order to support Nuvola® business, GEO has been developing a web-based platform called Nuvola®Web. This software is a Treatment Planning platform that allows users to manage in digital way the aligner treatment plan. Nuvola®Web is a classic web-based collaborative application dedicated to dentists who wish to request, manage the design and repair Nuvola® device which is a custom-made invisible aligner, upon presentation of a medical prescription.
Nuvola® Web is able to store all information in order to provide the user (doctor/dentist), with access to the application platform, a customized experience according to their preferences. Contact details, telephone and e-mail addresses, shipping and billing addresses. Once registered, the user is able to independently register the references of their patients, upload photographs, digitized dental impressions and diagnostic elements in electronic format (the main graphic standards are supported). Once the necessary information and medical prescription have been completed, it is possible to request and develop a treatment project designed to illustrate, through a three-dimensional (3D) graphic support, the evolution of dental movements, from the initial patient situation to the treatment. The platform includes a sophisticated 3D graphics feature, with the ability to show and store orthodontic information such as attachment points, inter-proximal reduction, etc. Nuvola®Web is able to simultaneously but separately manage the two arches (lower and upper), managing and accounting for the number of aligners necessary to carry out the clinical project goals, in order to meet all the needs of the associated prescription and consequently of the patient treatment. Doctor is able to interact with the laboratory through multi-channel communication techniques (chat, web request, email, etc.) in order to refine and agree on the details of the treatment proposal. Once all the clinical aspects have been determined, the application platform is able to manage doctor's acceptance plan, to be followed up for the production phase. Once the treatment plan is approved by the doctor, the platform sends in digital format the images of the models agreed with the doctor to the 3D printers which will produce the necessary models according to the quantities and methods previously defined. Finally, the application tracks the production activities thus ensuring the correct shipping and billing of the product requested by the doctor.
Nuvola®Web is validated by G.E.O in accordance with IEC 62304:2006+AMD1:2015 and it turned out compliance with 21 CFR part 11.
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4. Clinical Studies
Clinical Studies was not conducted for this 510(k) Notification. Clinical Performance testing was not needed to establish substantial equivalence to the predicate and reference devices. The above-mentioned non-clinical test data characterizes all performance aspects of the device based on well-established scientific and engineering principles.
5. Comparison with Predicate Device
Proposed device and predicate device have indications for use, intended use, technological characteristics, and principle of operation.
In accordance with 21 CFR 807.92(a)(6) a summary of the technological characteristic's comparison of the proposed modified device to the predicate Device is provided below.
6. Technological Characteristics comparison with the Predicate and Reference Devices
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device
K220287 | Reference Device
K212496 | Comparison |
|--------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Device Name | Nuvola® aligner | Invisalign® System | Ortho Aligner System | |
| Manufacturer | Gruppo Europeo di
Ortodonzia S.r.l.
(G.E.O srl) | Align Technology, Inc. | Ortho Lab Services, LLC | |
| Classification
Regulation # | 21 CFR 872.5470 | 21 CFR 872.5470 | 21 CFR 872.5470 | Same |
| Name Product | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket | Orthodontic Plastic Bracket | Same |
| Code | NXC | NXC | NXC | Same |
| Class | II | II | II | Same |
| Indications for
Use | Nuvola® aligner is intended
for the orthodontic
treatment of malocclusion. | The Invisalign System is
intended for the orthodontic
treatment of malocclusion. | The Ortho Aligner System is
indicated for the treatment of
tooth malocclusion in patients
with permanent dentition
(i.e. all second molars). | Same as predicate
device |
| Mode of Action | Sequential aligners apply
continuous gentle force to
the teeth and/or position
mandible forward. | Sequential aligners apply
continuous gentle force to the
teeth and/or position mandible
forward. | The appliance applies gentle
forces on teeth according to the
plan prescribed by the doctor. | Same |
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G.E.O. S.r.l. (Gruppo Europeo di Or Via Cropani, 118 A/B 00173 info@nuvolaortodonzia.it www.nuvolaortodonzia.it
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| | Subject Device | Predicate Device
K220287 | Reference Device
K212496 | Comparison |
|-------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Description | Sequential thermoformed
plastic aligners | Sequential thermoformed
plastic aligners | Sequential thermoformed
plastic aligners | Same |
| Description of
Use | Aligners are worn for
approximately 1-2 weeks of
20- 22 hours of wear per day,
after which it is replaced by
the next stage aligners. This is
repeated for duration as
prescribed by the Dental
Practitioner. | Aligners are worn for
approximately 1-2 weeks of 20-
22 hours of wear per day, after
which it is replaced by the next
stage aligners. This is repeated
for duration as prescribed by
the Dental Practitioner. | Each removable preformed
plastic tray is worn by the
patient as prescribed by the
doctor, usually a few weeks
prior to using the next
sequential aligner tray. | Same |
| Patient
Population | Children, Adolescents and
Adults | Children, Adolescents and
Adults | Patients with permanent
dentition (i.e. all second molars) | Same |
| Material | Thermoplastic polymer PET-G | Thermoplastic polymer | Thermoplastic PET-G | Same material as
reference
device |
| Material
Properties | Acceptable materials
properties established for use
as aligner (polyethylene
terephthalate glycol PET-G)
Erkodur (K200125) | SmartTrack™ is material
engineered for use with
Invisalign orthodontic treatment
(Polyurethane) | Polyethylene terephthalate
glycol, PET-G) | Similar material to
predicate device.
Same as reference
device |
| Manufacturing
Process | Thermoforming on models | Thermoforming on models | Thermoforming on models | Same |
| Manufacturing
Process Validation | An internal manufacturing
Process Validation was
performed | An internal manufacturing
Process Validation was
performed | Testing to validate the
manufacturing process was
performed. | Same |
| Treatment
Planning software | Nuvola® Web software is a
web-based collaborative
application that allows the
user to manage in digital way
the aligner treatment plan | ClinChek® software Cloud-based
technology that allows you to
manage in digital way the
aligner treatment plan | Ortho Lab Services uses their
OrthoWare software to design
the treatment plans for tooth
movement | Similar to predicate
device: same
purpose but
different
technologies |
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G.E.O. S.r.I. (Gruppo Europeo di Ortodonzia) Via Cropani, 118 A/B 00173 – Roma (Italia) +39 06 72671754 info@nuvolaortodonzia.it www.nuvolaortodonzia.it
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| | Subject Device | Predicate Device
K220287 | Reference Device
K212496 | Comparison |
|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|
| Software
Description for
tooth movement | 3Shape Ortho System
(K152086) dental software
for tooth alignment uses
digital scan (untreated state)
to generate the image of a
final, provisional treated
state and then interprets a
series of images that
represent intermediate teeth
states. The dental
practitioner then reviews
these images and has the
option to reject or request
modifications to the set-up
prior to approving it for
aligner fabrication. Once the
dental practitioner approves
the treatment plan, the
sottware converts the files to
produce the series of 3D
models used to produce
thermoformed aligners | Invisalign System 3-D Software
(K081960) Produces 3Dmodel
file of the PVS impression or the
digital scan. Identifies the
individual teeth that require
treatment (i.e., repositioning).
Creates a treatment plan (i.e., 3-
D models that represent the
treatment plan) which is
reviewed by the treating dental
practitioner using function to
reject or request modifications
to the set-up prior to approval. | OrthoWare software uses digital
scans to generate images of the
final treated states, and
intermediate steps to achieve
the final state, and convert
those files to produce the series
of customized aligners | Same purpose of
the predicate
device |
| Prescription
Use | Rx only | Rx only | Rx only | Same |
| Single Patient | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Biocompatibility | Meets ISO 10993-1, -5, -10
requirements: Cytotoxicity
and
Sensitization/Irritation | Biocompatible in according
to ISO 10993-1 | Meets ISO 10993-1, -5, -10
requirements: Cytotoxicity
and Sensitization/Irritation | Same |
| Process Flow
Validation Testing | Performed testing to
validate the finished
device matches the
software output design. | Performed testing to
validate the finished device
matches the software
output design. | Performed testing to
validate the finished device
matches the software
output design. | Same |
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G.E.O. S.r.I. (Gruppo Europeo di Ortodonzia) Via Cropani, 118 A/B 00173 – Roma (Italia) +39 06 72671754 info@nuvolaortodonzia.it www.nuvolaortodonzia.it
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Image /page/10/Picture/0 description: The image shows a logo for GEO, which stands for Gruppo Europeo di Ortodonzia. The logo features a blue globe with the letters "GEO" in a stylized font across the center. The text "GRUPPO EUROPEO DI ORTODONZIA" is written around the bottom half of the globe in a semi-circular fashion. The globe has visible lines of longitude and latitude.
7. Differences
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device
K220287 | Reference Device
K212496 | Comparison |
|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Treatment
Planning software | Nuvola® Web software is a
web-based collaborative
application that allows the
user to manage in digital
way the aligner treatment
plan | ClinChek® software
Cloud-based technology that
allows you to manage in digital
way the aligner treatment plan | Information not available | Similar to predicate
device: same
purpose but
different
technologies |
| 3D software for
tooth alignment | 3Shape Ortho System
(K152086) | Invisalign System 3-D Software
(K081960) | Information not available | Similar to predicate
device. |
| Material
Properties | Acceptable materials
properties established for
use as aligner (PET-G).
Erkodur (K200125) | SmartTrack™ is material
engineered for use with
Invisalign orthodontic treatment
(Polyurethane) | Acceptable materials properties
established for use as aligner
(PET-G) | Same as the
Reference device.
Similar material
type to the
predicate device |
The subject and predicate device use similar material type, both PET-G and Polyurethane for dental application have similar characteristics. The thermoplastic polymer used by Nuvola® is PET-G, already FDA cleared Erkodur (K200125), that is one of most used the plastic materials to produce dental aligner, and it is the same used by the Reference Device. The software used for the management of the treatment plan between Subject and Predicate device are different: the Nuvola® Web is a web-based software whereas ClinChek® is a Cloud-based technology software; but they have the same purpose and are used in a similar way. Therefore, the using of different Treatment Planning software does not raise any questions regarding safety and effectiveness.
Regarding the dental software for tooth alignment G.E.O uses the already FDA cleared software 3Shape Ortho System (K152086) while Align Inc. uses a proprietary software: Invisalign System 3-D Software (K081960). They both use digital scans to generate images of the final treated states, and intermediate steps to achieve the final state, and convert those files to produce the series of customized aligners.
8. Substantial Equivalence
The Nuvola® (Subject Device) and the previously cleared predicate device Invisalign System are similar in that they have:
- same indications for use,
- . same principles of operation
- same technological characteristics, and
- same manufacturing process
9. Conclusion
The Nuvola® device has the same intended use and indications for use as the previously cleared Invisalign System (K220287). In addition, the Nuvola® system has the same technological characteristics, and principles of operation as its predicate and reference device.
The software and materials differences between the Nuvola® system and its predicate device do not raise new questions of safety or efficacy.
Thus, the Nuvola® device is substantially equivalent previously cleared similar devices.
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G.E.O. S.r.l. (Gruppo Europeo di Or Via Cropani. 118 A/B 00173