K151945 · Denali Corporation · EIE · Feb 18, 2016 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K151945
Device Name
Triumph Resin Dam
Applicant
Denali Corporation
Product Code
EIE · Dental
Decision Date
Feb 18, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.6300
Device Class
Class 1
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Triumph Resin Dam is a resin-based, light-cured protective barrier material recommended to protect dental materials or tissues. For Use only by a Licensed Dentist. Rx Use Only.
Device Story
Triumph Resin Dam is a light-cured, resin-based barrier material used in dental clinics by licensed dentists. It consists of polymerizable monomers, silica, and titanium dioxide. The material is applied to dental tissues or materials to provide isolation and protection, particularly during procedures like bleaching. Upon exposure to a dental curing light, the resin polymerizes to form a protective barrier. The material is formulated with low strength and flexibility, allowing the clinician to remove it in one piece after the procedure. It serves as a protective shield to prevent damage to sensitive oral tissues or materials from other dental agents.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993, including cytotoxicity (Grade 0), human skin irritation (No reaction), and skin sensitization (Grade 0). Performance testing compared physical/mechanical properties, setting time, and depth of cure against predicate devices.
Technological Characteristics
Light-cured resin barrier. Composition: Urethane acrylates, silica, titanium dioxide. Principle: Polymerization via light-curing chemistry. Setting time: <20 seconds. Biocompatibility: ISO 10993 compliant. Form factor: Syringe-dispensed resin.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use by licensed dentists to protect dental materials or tissues during dental procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A rubber dam and accessories is a device composed of a thin sheet of latex with a hole in the center intended to isolate a tooth from fluids in the mouth during dental procedures, such as filling a cavity preparation. The device is stretched around a tooth by inserting a tooth through a hole in the center. The device includes the rubber dam, rubber dam clamp, rubber dam frame, and forceps for a rubber dam clamp. This classification does not include devices intended for use in preventing transmission of sexually transmitted diseases through oral sex; those devices are classified as condoms in § 884.5300 of this chapter.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
February 18, 2016
DENALI CORPORATION Dr. Jan G. Stannard President 134 Old Washington Street Hanover, Massachusetts, 02339
Re: K151945
Trade/Device Name: Triumph Resin Dam Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.6300 Regulation Name: Rubber dam and accessories Regulatory Class: I Product Code: EIE Dated: January 14, 2016 Received: January 19, 2016
Dear Dr. Stannard:
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. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely yours,
Tina Kiang -
for Erin I. Keith, M.S. Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT
510 (k) Number K151945 (if known)
Device Name
## Triumph Resin Dam
### Indications for Use:
Triumph Resin Dam is a resin-based, light-cured protective barrier material recommended to protect dental materials or tissues.
For Use only by a Licensed Dentist. Rx Use Only.
Please do not write below this line. Continue on another page if needed.
Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109)
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Over-The-Counter Use
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# 510 (k) Summary
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February 17, 2016
| ADDRESS | DENALI CORPORATION<br>134 Old Washington Street / Hanover, MA 02339-1629 |
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| OWNER/CONTACT PERSON | Dr. Jan G. Stannard<br>TEL: 781-826-9190 / FAX: 781-826-4465 / j.stannard@denalicorporation.com |
| TRADE NAME | Triumph Resin Dam |
| COMMON NAME | Resin Dam |
| CLASSIFICATION NAME | RUBBER DAM AND ACCESSORIES, CLASS I (21 CFR 872.6300,<br>Product EIE |
| REGISTRATION | 3006367836 |
| PRIMARY PREDICATE DEVICE | OpalDam (k971284) Ultradent Products, Inc. |
| REFERENCE PREDICATE DEVICE | BriteSmile (k010935), BriteSmile Inc, |
| EQUIVALENCE | The primary predicate product has been found to be substantially equivalent under the<br>510(k) premarket notification process as Class I Dental Devices under<br>CFR 872.6300, RUBBER DAM AND ACCESSORIES. |
| DEVICE DESCRIPTION | Triumph Resin Dam is a light-cured, resin dam material recommended to block out or<br>protect dental materials or tissues. Triumph contains polymerizable monomers that when<br>light-cured form a protective barrier. When set the resin has a low strength allowing<br>its removal from the protected surfaces. |
| INTENDED USE | Triumph Resin Dam is a resin-based, light-cured protective barrier material recom-<br>mended to protect dental materials or tissues. For Use only by a Licensed Dentist.<br>Rx Use Only. |
| TECHNOLOGICAL<br>CHARACTERISTICS<br>SUMMARY and Intended Use | Triumph Resin Dam has the same technological characteristics as the primary predicate<br>device OpalDam including: design, similar composition, biocompatibility, performance,<br>principle of operation, ageing, intended use, physical characteristics, setting, depth of cure<br>and mechanical properties; compressive strength and hardness,<br>as summarized in the table below. The inclusion of protection of<br>dental materials does not alter its intended use nor, does it alter<br>its function. Materials as well as tissue may be affected by<br>bleaching actions. |
| COMPARISON OF TRIUMPH RESIN DAM TO PRIMARY PREDICATE PRODUCT | | |
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| PROPERTY | Triumph Resin Dam | Opal Dam |
| Intended Use | Resin barrier used to isolate and protect dental<br>materials and tissues. | Resin barrier used to isolate and<br>protect dental materials and tissue |
| Composition | Urethane acrylates, silica, titanium dioxide,<br>light curing chemistry. | Di-urethane di-methacrylate, filler<br>(possibly mica), light curing chemistry. |
| Light Cure Capability | Yes | Yes |
| Light Cure Setting Time | Yes, < 20 seconds | Yes, < 20 seconds |
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## 510 (k) Summary
Triumph Resin Dam was evaluated for biocompatibility as per ISO 10993 "Biological Eval-BIOCOMPATIBILITY uation of Medical Devices". Tests conducted were cytotoxicity, human skin irritation and skin sensitization. Triumph Resin Dam was found to be biocompatible. For ISO10993 Cytotoxicity Testing, Triumph Resin Dam had a Grade "0". "Reactivity. None". As per ISO 10993 "Tests for Irritation and Skin Sensitization", with respect to irritation Triumph was graded as "No reaction", with respect to Skin sensitization, Triumph was rated as Grade "0" - "No visible change". These results are summarized in the Table of Results -Biological Evaluation of Triumph Resin Dam per ISO 10993.
| Results - Biological Evaluation of Triumph Resin Dam - per ISO 10993 | | | | |
|----------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|--------|--|--|
| Test Method | Description | Result | | |
| Cytotoxicity | None | 0 | | |
| Human Skin Irritation Test | No Reaction | 0 | | |
| Skin Sensitization Test | No Visible Change | 0 | | |
SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DETERMINATION AND SUMMARY
Triumph Resin Dam is substantially equivalent in design, similar composition, biocompatibility, performance, ageing, and intended use, to Opal Dam (K971284). This assessment is based upon a comparison of the physical and mechanical characteristics, depth of cure, and setting time. Formula dif-ferences between Triumph and the predicate product exist, however Triumph Resin Dam was found to be biocompatible as per ISO 10993 and has similiar technological and performance characteristics as the predicate product OpalDam. The differences that exist between Opal
Dam and Triumph are that Opal Dam is harder and has less depth of cure than Triumph. Both products however are formulated to be flexible enough (not too brittle), allowing removal in one piece. This difference does not effect the ability of either material to perform as a resin barrier. Although the composition of Triumph may not be the same as OpalDam, the properties of these two materials were found to be similiar. Triumph was with respect to hardness found to the reference device, BriteSmile (k010935). In this comparison BriteSmile also like Triumph was formulated to allow removal in one piece. Again Triumph has a greater depth of cure than BriteSmile.
CONCLUSIONS
Triumph Resin Dam has been found to be substantially equivalent in design, composition, principle of operation, ageing, biocompatibility, performance, properties, and intended use, to OpalDam.
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