FDA Recall Terminated

Brand Name: TempSpan CMT Temporary Cement, a temporary cement. Part Number: N69CA. The intended use of this device is to affix a temporary dental devices such as crowns or bridges to a tooth.

Recall: Z-1205-2012 · Initiated March 3, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1205-2012
Event Number
61270
Firm
Kerr Corporation
FEI Number
2024312
Product Code
EMA
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
March 3, 2011
Posted
March 14, 2012
Terminated
March 14, 2012
Address
1717 W Collins Ave, Orange, CA, 92867-5422

Description

Brand Name: TempSpan CMT Temporary Cement, a temporary cement. Part Number: N69CA. The intended use of this device is to affix a temporary dental devices such as crowns or bridges to a tooth.

Reason

The recall was initiated because Pentron Clinical has confirmed that the TempSpan Temporary Cement may have black plastic material on the surface of the paste, and it may set faster than specified.

Action

Pentron Clinical sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated April 20, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter provided the customers with an explanation of the problem identified and an action to be taken. Customers were instructed to complete and fax back the enclosed recall form to 1-877-677-8844 in order to confirm receipt of the customer notification. Customers were instructed to contact Pentron Clinical Customer Service at (800) 551-0283, option 1, directly to handle the arrangements of a quick return and replacement. For questions regarding this recall call 714-516-7400.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of Canada, Philippines, Italy, Netherlands, and the UK.

Quantity

627 units total (601 units in the US)