ACCESS AND ROTAMAX FIBER OPTIC HIGH SPEED DENTAL HANDPIECES
K072554 · Sable Industries, Inc. · EFB · Nov 14, 2007 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K072554
Device Name
ACCESS AND ROTAMAX FIBER OPTIC HIGH SPEED DENTAL HANDPIECES
Applicant
Sable Industries, Inc.
Product Code
EFB · Dental
Decision Date
Nov 14, 2007
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 872.4200
Device Class
Class 1
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories are indicated for the preparation of dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings.
Device Story
Air-driven, high-speed dental handpieces (Access and RotaMax series) used for cavity preparation; features stainless steel ball-bearing turbines, triple spray cooling, and anti-retraction valves. Operated by dental professionals in clinical settings. Inputs include compressed air and water; outputs include mechanical rotation of standard dental burs and fiber-optic illumination. Includes a detachable, replaceable diffuser for cleaning and a push-button chuck for bur changes. Electronic control board provides adjustable power (2-3.5V) and illumination time delay (0.5-4.5s). Handpieces are autoclavable to 135°C. Benefits include shadow-reduced illumination and efficient cavity preparation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Conformity with ISO 7785-1, ISO 9168, ISO 1797-1, ISO 11134, ISO 10993, IEC 60601-1, and IEC 60601-1-2 demonstrates safety and performance equivalent to predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Air-driven turbine handpieces; stainless steel construction; triple spray cooling; anti-retraction valve; push-button chuck; dual glass optic rods. Connectivity: 6-hole swivel or Multiflex couplers; ISO 9168 Type B/C hose compatibility. Power: 2-3.5V fiber-optic control board. Sterilization: Autoclavable to 135°C. Standards: ISO 7785-1, ISO 9168, ISO 1797-1, ISO 11134, ISO 10993, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for preparation of dental cavities for restorations (e.g., fillings) in patients requiring dental procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A dental handpiece and accessories is an AC-powered, water-powered, air-powered, or belt-driven, hand-held device that may include a foot controller for regulation of speed and direction of rotation or a contra-angle attachment for difficult to reach areas intended to prepare dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings, and for cleaning teeth.
Predicate Devices
Bien-Air Prestige L & LK Turbine Handpiece (K983183)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories
510(k) Summary Page 1 of 3
### l. Submitter Information
| 510(k) Owner: | Sable Industries, Inc.<br>100 Campbell Avenue, Suite 5<br>Kitchener, Ontario N2H 4X8<br>Canada | NOV 1 4 2007 |
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| Contact Person: | Jacob Jagt - QA Manager<br>(519) 579-9323 (office)<br>(519) 579-9324 (fax) | |
| United States Agent<br>/ U.S. Consultant: | Kevin Randall - President<br>GlobalReg Compliance Associates, Inc.<br>581 Whiles Court<br>Erie, CO 80516<br>(303) 956-8595 (direct)<br>(303) 828-0835 (fax)<br>Email: kevin@globalregcompliance.com | |
| Date Summary | September 4, 2007 |
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| Prepared: | |
### II. Name of Device
- Trade Name: Access™ L & KL and RotaMax™ L & KL Fiber Optic High . Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories
- Common Name: Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories .
- Classification Name: Handpiece, Air-Powered, Dental .
### III. Predicate Devices
| Subject Device | Predicate Device(s) |
|------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|
| Access™ L & KL Fiber Optic High<br>Speed Dental Handpiece | Bien-Air Prestige L & LK Turbine<br>Handpiece (K983183) |
| RotaMax™ L & KL Fiber Optic High<br>Speed Dental Handpiece | Bien-Air Bora L & LK Turbine<br>Handpiece (K983183) |
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# 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories
510(k) Summary Page 2 of 3
#### IV. Device Description & Technological Characteristics
The Access™ L & KL and RotaMax™ L & KL Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces and Accessories are indicated for use in the preparation of dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings. These handpicces arc a scries of fiber optic high speed, air-driven turbine handpieces for use with standard size burs in accordance with ISO 1797. The technological characteristics and form/fit/function of the Access™ L & KL and RotaMax™ L & KL handpieces, respectively, are substantially equivalent to the Bien-Air Prestige L & LK Turbine Handpieces (FDA-cleared via K983183) and the Bora L & LK Turbine Handpieces (FDA-cleared via K983183).
The Access™4 series have a stainless steel ball bearing turbine with rotational speeds of up to 335,000 rpm and a smaller head as compared to the RotaMaxTM models. The Access™ is available for use with a Sable 6 Hole, 360° Swivel Quick Connect Coupler or Multiflex™ Coupler. The handpiece also contains a triple spray cooling system. The three air and water ports are located within the detachable diffuser. The diffuser is replaceable and is easily removed for cleaning. The Access™ incorporates an anti-retraction valve within the handle. The handpiece is autoclavable to 135° C. The Access™ has a patented nonheating, push button chuck bur-changing mechanism. The dual glass optics consist of a single block of optic rods. The glass rods are angled to help reduce shadows on the tooth. The fiber-optic light unit is fully interchangeable.
The RotaMax™ series have a ball bearing turbine with rotational speeds of up to 310,000 rpm and a larger head as compared to the Access™ models. The RotaMax™ is available for use with a Sable 6 Hole, 360° Swivel Quick Connect Coupler or Multiflex™ Coupler. The handpiece also contains a triple sprav cooling system. The three air and water ports are located within the detachable diffuser. The diffuser is replaceable and is easily removed for cleaning. The RotaMax™ incorporates an anti-retraction valve within the handle. The handpiece is autoclavable to 135° C. The RotaMax™ also has a patented nonheating, push button chuck bur-changing mechanism. The dual glass optics consist of a single block of optic rods. The glass rods are angled to help reduce shadows on the tooth. The fiber-optic light is fully interchangeable.
The electronic fiber optic control board available for use with the Access™ and RotaMax™ series handpieces is for one or two handpieces and supplies an adjustable power output ranging from 2 - 3.5 volts. The control board has an adjustable illumination time delay ranging from 0.5 - 4.5 seconds for each handpiece.
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# 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories
510(k) Summary Page 3 of 3
A range of air hoses are available for use with the Access™ and RotaMax™ series handpieces. The connectors for these hoses meet the criteria either for Type B or C per ISO 9168, and therefore have five outlets (to accommodate drive-air & exhaust, fiber optic, spray-air, and irrigation) or four outlets plus electrical contacts (to accommodate drive-air & exhaust, fiber optic power supply, sprayair, and irrigation). The air hoses arc straight and come in various colors.
KaVo Spray (preamendments device) or other FDA-cleared lubricants may be used to lubricate the Access™ L & KL and RotaMax™ L & KL Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces.
#### Intended Use V.
Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories are indicated for the preparation of dental cavities for restorations, such as fillings.
### Non-Clinical Performance/Safety Data VI.
The performance and safety of the Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories are based upon conformity with applicable aspects of the following standards:
- ISO 7785-1 High-speed Air Turbine Handpieces .
- ISO 9168 Dental Handpieces Hose Connections ↓
- ISO 1797-1 Dental Rotary Instruments Shanks .
- ISO 11134 Sterilization of health care products Requirements . for validation and routine control - Industrial moist heat sterilization
- ISO 10993 Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part-1: . Evaluation and Testing
- IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General . requirements for safety
- IEC 60601-1-2 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General . requirements for safety - 2. Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements and test.
Conformity with the above standards demonstrates that the Sable Industries Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories are as safe, as effective, and perform as well as or better than the predicate device.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
NOV 1 4 2007
Sable Industries, Incorporated C/O Mr. Kevin Randall President GlobalReg Compliance Associates, Incorporated 581 Whiles Court Erie, Colorado 80516
Re: K072554
Trade/Device Name: Fiber Optic High Speed Dental Handpieces & Accessories Regulation Number: 872.4200 Regulation Name: Dental Handpiece and Accessories Regulatory Class: I Product Code: EFB Dated: September 4, 2007 Received: September 10, 2007
Dear Mr. Randall:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate 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) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), 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 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act): 21 CFR 1000-1050.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 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 regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.
Sincerely yours.
Neil R. P. Oden
Chiu Lin, Ph.D. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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