The Demi Ultra is a Light Emitting Diode (LED) visible light curing device used for the polymerization of light-cured materials by dental professionals.
Device Story
Demi Ultra is a cordless LED visible light curing device for dental materials. System comprises a handpiece, LED light curing attachment, and charging dock. Handpiece contains two ultracapacitors, electronics, and user interface buttons; powered by internal capacitors. Charging dock includes integrated LED radiometer to monitor output intensity. Dental professional selects curing mode (5, 10, or 20 seconds) via buttons; microprocessor controls LED output and audible timing beeps. Device requires use of FDA-cleared barrier sleeve. Output is high-intensity visible light (450-470 nm) used to polymerize dental resins. Benefits include efficient, cordless curing in clinical settings.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only: depth of cure, irradiance, peak wavelength (ISO 10650:2015, ANSI/ADA 48-2:2010), charge/run time, biocompatibility (ISO 10993), EMC/electrical safety (IEC 60601), and software validation. Cleaning validation performed per FDA reprocessing guidance.
Indicated for dental professionals for the polymerization of light-cured materials.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultraviolet activator for polymerization is a device that produces ultraviolet radiation intended to polymerize (set) resinous dental pit and fissure sealants or restorative materials by transmission of light through a rod.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
July 18, 2017
Kerr Corporation % Mohammad Ansari Regulatory Affairs Specialist II Sybron Dental Specialties 1717 W. Collins Ave Orange, California 92867
Re: K163064
Trade/Device Name: Demi Ultra Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.6070 Regulation Name: Ultraviolet Activator For Polymerization Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: EBZ Dated: June 27, 2017 Received: June 28, 2017
Dear Mohammad Ansari:
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,
Mary S. Runner -A for Lori Wiggins Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology, General Hospital, Respiratory, Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) (Not yet assigned) K163064
Device Name
Demi Ultra
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Demi Ultra is a Light Emitting Diode (LED) visible light curing device used for the polymerization of light-cured materials by dental professionals.
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## 510(k) SUMMARY FOR DEMI ULTRA
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## Demi Ultra K163064
- 1. Submitter Information: Sybron Dental Specialties 1717 W. Collins Ave. Orange CA, 92687
| Contact Person: | Mohammad Saad Ansari |
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| Telephone Number: | 714-516-7334 |
| Fax Number: | 909-962-5694 |
| Date Prepared: | July 13, 2017 |
- 2. Device Name:
| Classification Name | Ultraviolet activator for polymerization |
|---------------------|------------------------------------------|
| Proprietary Name | Demi Ultra |
| FDA CDRH Panel | Dental |
| Product Code | EBZ |
| Regulation Number | 872.6070 |
| Class # | II |
- 3. Predicate Device:
The proposed Demi Ultra is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed device Demi Ultra (K123468) cleared on March 20, 2013, product code EBZ.
- 4. Description of Device:
The Demi Ultra is a Light Emitting Diode (LED) visible light curing device used for the polymerization of light-cured materials by dental professionals. The Demi Ultra consists of a handpiece, LED light curing attachment, and charging dock. The aluminum and plastic molded handpiece contains two (2) ultracapacitors (electric double-layer capacitors), printed circuit boards containing the electronics and user interface buttons, receptacle for retaining the LED light curing attachment, and receptacle for interfacing with the charging dock. The LED light curing attachment contains the curing LED, clear lens and two (2) copper head spreaders, all over molded in plastic. The charging dock contains printed circuit boards containing electronics to support charging the handpiece and built-in LED radiometer functionality. For the handpiece, a digital circuit and microprocessor is utilized to control three (3) different curing modes (5, 10 and 20 seconds). Each mode specifies LED curing output and optional audible beep timing. The
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handpiece uses one button to activate the LED curing output and another to select the curing time mode. For the charging dock, a digital circuit and microprocessor is utilized to monitor the charging of the handpiece ultracapacitors, as well as respond to light at the radiometer input by illuminating lights on a radiometer meter. Demi Ultra is required to be used with an FDA cleared barrier sleeve.
- న. Statement of Intended Use:
The Demi Ultra is a Light Emitting Diode (LED) visible light curing device used for the polymerization of light-cured materials by dental professionals.
- Indications For Use 6.
The Demi Ultra is a Light Emitting Diode (LED) visible light curing device used for the polymerization of light-cured materials by dental professionals.
- 7. Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Data:
The technological characteristics of Demi Ultra are identical to the predicate Demi Ultra (K123468). The following performance tests were completed during the product lifecycle:
Depth of Cure Irradiance with Light Intensity and Peak Wavelength per ISO 10650:2015 and ANSI/ADA 48-2:2010 Charge Time and Run Time Biocompatibility per ISO 10993 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electrical Safety Testing per IEC 60601 Software Validation
A cleaning validation study on manual cleaning efficacy was performed on the worst case use conditions following the FDA Guidance: Reprocessing Medical Devices in Health Care Settings: Validation Methods and Labeling
| Element | Predicate<br>Demi Ultra | Proposed<br>Demi Ultra |
|------------------------|---------------------------------|---------------------------------|
| 510(k) number | K123468 | K163064 |
| Trade Name | Demi Ultra | Demi Ultra |
| Product Classification | Class 2 | Class 2 |
| Product Code | EBZ | EBZ |
| Cordless | Yes | Yes |
| Light Source | LED | LED |
| Handpiece power source | 2 Ultracapacitors | 2 Ultracapacitors |
| AC supply connection | 100-240V AC, 1.0-0.5A, 50-60 Hz | 100-240V AC, 1.0-0.5A, 50-60 Hz |
| Operating time | 4 minutes | 4 minutes, 10 seconds |
| Recharge Time | 35 seconds, 60 seconds | 40 seconds, 70 seconds |
| Built-in radiometer | Yes | Yes |
| Microprocessor control | Yes (8-bit uc) | Yes (8-bit uc) |
- 8. Summary of Technological Characteristics:
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| Element | Predicate<br>Demi Ultra | Proposed<br>Demi Ultra |
| Power status indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Standard light guide | 8mm tapered | 8mm tapered |
| Reusable light guide | Yes | Yes |
| User replaceable<br>power source | No | No |
| Handpiece digital<br>display | No (LED indicators) | No (LED indicators) |
| User selectable<br>(operational) curing<br>modes | (5, 10 & 20 seconds) | (5, 10 & 20 seconds) |
| Cooling fan | No | No |
| Audible beep | Yes | Yes |
| Continuous curing | Yes | Yes |
| Handpiece Material | Valox 357U | Valox 357U |
| Charging Base<br>Material | Valox 357U | Valox 357U |
| LED Light<br>Attachment (LLA) | HX215HP | HX420HP |
| Light Shield | Lexan 243R or Lexan 143 | Sumitomo SD2173M |
| Peak wavelength | 450-470 nm | 450-470 nm |
| Wavelength range @<br>50% (spectrum) | 438-485 nm | 438-485 nm |
| Typical output<br>intensity: 400-500<br>nm, using 8mm turbo<br>light guide | 1100mW/cm2 pulsed to<br>1330mW/cm2 | 1100mW/cm2 pulsed to 1330mW/cm2 |
#### 9. Clinical Performance Data
Design Validation activities were performed as required per 21CFR820.30
#### 10. Conclusion as to Substantial Equivalence
The modifications made to Demi Ultra do not affect the intended use of the device, indications for use, or alter the fundamental scientific technology of the device. The technological characteristics of the subject device Demi Ultra are very similar to the predicate Demi Ultra (K123468). The proposed Demi Ultra has similarities in select performance characteristics and all design features as compared to the predicate. The nonclinical performance testing demonstrates that the Demi Ultra performs as well as the predicate device Demi Ultra. Demi Ultra is indicated to be used with a FDA cleared barrier sleeve. Based on biocompatibility studies, identical intended use and indications for use, and performance characteristics, the Demi Ultra is substantially equivalent to the predicate Demi Ultra (K123468).
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