Product Code: NQS FDA class 1 21 CFR 872.5410

Bracket, Metal, Orthodontic, Reprocessed

Dental

The reprocessed metal orthodontic bracket is a dental device affixed to teeth to allow orthodontic forces to be applied via arch wires, enabling tooth movement during orthodontic treatment. It is classified as FDA Class 1 under regulation 872.5410 in the Dental specialty, subject to general controls but not GMP exempt, and requires a 510(k) submission including reprocessing validation data. Product code NQS is eligible for third-party review.

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Basic Information

Product Code
NQS
Device Class
FDA class 1
Regulation Number
872.5410
Medical Specialty
Dental
Review Panel
DE
Submission Type
1

Device Characteristics

GMP Exempt
Implant
Life Sustain/Support
Third Party
Summary Malfunction Reporting

Definition

Intended for use in orthodontic treatment. The device is affixed to a tooth so that pressure can be exerted on the teeth. Reprocessing validation data for this device type must be included in a 510(k) submission. (70 FR 56911, available at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2005-09-29/pdf/05-19510.pdf).