K Number
K981275
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
1998-06-25

(78 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
872.4760
Panel
Dental
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
Predicate For
N/A
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Intended Use

Synthes Ratcheting Distractor is intended for craniofacial surgery, reconstructive procedures, and selective orthognathic surgery of the mandible and maxilla. Specifically, it is indicated for correcting deficiencies in craniofacial bones, especially orthognathic mandible lengthenings.

Device Description

The Synthes Ratcheting Distractor is an intra-oral distraction device. It features two telescoping components, with contoured legs that have threaded screw holes, that are fixed to bone via 1.3 mm - 3.0 mm screws. The distractor is available in right and left versions; has a ratcheting mechanism that is activated by an "activation instrument"; and is capable of distraction lengths of up to 30 mm. It is manufactured from a titanium alloy.

AI/ML Overview

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§ 872.4760 Bone plate.

(a)
Identification. A bone plate is a metal device intended to stabilize fractured bone structures in the oral cavity. The bone segments are attached to the plate with screws to prevent movement of the segments.(b)
Classification. Class II.