FDA Recall Terminated

Replace Select Tapered TiU NP 3.5x11.5mm, Article No. 36105 Replace Select Tapered implants are root-form endosseous implants intended to be surgically placed in the bone of the upper and lower jaw arches to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth, in order to restore patient esthetics and chewing function.

Recall: Z-2237-2016 · Initiated June 22, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2237-2016
Event Number
74486
Firm
Nobel Biocare Usa Llc
FEI Number
1000125598
Product Code
DZE
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Labeling False and Misleading
Initiated
June 22, 2016
Terminated
September 6, 2016
Address
22715/22725 Savi Ranch Pkwy, Yorba Linda, CA, 92887

Description

Replace Select Tapered TiU NP 3.5x11.5mm, Article No. 36105 Replace Select Tapered implants are root-form endosseous implants intended to be surgically placed in the bone of the upper and lower jaw arches to provide support for prosthetic devices, such as artificial teeth, in order to restore patient esthetics and chewing function.

Reason

Incorrect top label on an implant package.

Action

Nobel Biocare sent a customer notification letter dated June 23, 2016 to all affected customers to inform them that Nobel Biocare has detected that the lot#13030677 of Replace Select Tapered TiU NP 3.5 x 11.5 mm (product#36105) carries an incorrect top label. The letter informs the customers that the incorrect top label states "Replace NP 3.5 x 11.5 CC" (ie. Conical Connection). The product, Replace Select Tapered TiU NP 3.5 x 11.5 mm, has a Tri-lobe connection. Customers were instructed to complete the attached Quality Message Acknowledgement form. Customer with questions were instructed to contact customer service at 714-282-4808.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - US including OR, OH, NY and Internationally to Taiwan and Brazil Non US: Taiwan, SC

Quantity

53 units total (33 units in US)