(75 days)
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I is used by the dental professional as one step in the preparation of teeth for veneers, inlays, crowns, onlays, amalgam and composite resin restorations.
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I, an aqueous solution of the disodium salt of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dihydrate and benzalkonium chloride, cleans and moistens tooth structure to facilitate bonding with adhesives that require moist surfaces. It can also be used prior to sealing dentin tubules. Recent studies have suggested that this step reduces micro leakage sensitivity in teeth undergoing treatment or restoration. Pulpdent makes no claim as to the antimicrobial effect of benzalkonium chloride.
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I with Fluoride has the advantage of increased stability from the addition of sodium fluoride. Pulpdent makes no therapeutic claim with regard to the addition of sodium fluoride.
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I, an aqueous solution of the disodium salt of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dihydrate and benzalkonium chloride
The provided documents, K994182, are a 510(k) clearance letter and an Indications for Use statement for the "Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I" device. These documents do not contain information about acceptance criteria, device performance studies, sample sizes, ground truth establishment, or expert reviews as typically found in a clinical study report for an AI/software device.
The 510(k) clearance process focuses on demonstrating substantial equivalence to a previously marketed predicate device, rather than proving efficacy or performance through robust clinical trials with specific acceptance criteria as you've requested for an AI device.
Therefore, I cannot provide the requested information from these documents. The questions you've posed are generally applicable to the evaluation of AI/ML-driven medical devices, which typically undergo more rigorous performance testing and clinical validation studies than what is outlined in a traditional 510(k) for a chemical preparation like the Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
FEB 2 3 2000
Mr. Kenneth J. Berk Director Pulpdent Corporation 80 Oakland Street Watertown, Massachusetts 02472
Re : K994182 Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I Trade Name: Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LBH Dated: December 7, 1999 December 10, 1999 Received:
Dear Mr. Berk:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions aqainst misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will Failure to comply with the GMP verify such assumptions. regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in
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the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4692. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the requlation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Timothy A. Ulatowski
Director
Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
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510 (k) Number (if known)
PULPDENT CAVITY PREPARATION I Device Name
Indications for Use:
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I is used by the dental professional as one step in the preparation of teeth for veneers, inlays, crowns, onlays, amalgam and composite resin restorations.
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I, an aqueous solution of the disodium salt of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dihydrate and benzalkonium chloride, cleans and moistens tooth structure to facilitate bonding with adhesives that require moist surfaces. It can also be used prior to sealing dentin tubules. Recent studies have suggested that this step reduces micro leakage sensitivity in teeth undergoing treatment or restoration. Pulpdent makes no claim as to the antimicrobial effect of benzalkonium chloride.
Pulpdent Cavity Preparation I with Fluoride has the advantage of increased stability from the addition of sodium fluoride. Pulpdent makes no therapeutic claim with regard to the addition of sodium fluoride.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
Prescription Use
(Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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Over-The-Counter Use
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§ 872.3260 Cavity varnish.
(a)
Identification. Cavity varnish is a device that consists of a compound intended to coat a prepared cavity of a tooth before insertion of restorative materials. The device is intended to prevent penetration of restorative materials, such as amalgam, into the dentinal tissue.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an external cleaning solution, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9.