The ultrasonic scaler is intended to: 1. Remove supra and sub gingival calculus deposits and stain from the teeth; 2. Carry out periodontal pocket lavage with simultaneous ultrasonic tip movement; 3.Clean and irrigate root canals
Device Story
Ultrasonic scaler uses piezoelectric technology to generate high-frequency mechanical vibrations for dental procedures. System comprises control unit (generator), handpiece, scaling tips (G, P, E series), power adapter, and foot switch. Control unit converts electrical signals into ultrasonic mechanical vibrations transmitted to handpiece and tip. Device connects to external water supply for irrigation during operation. Used in dental clinics by dental professionals. Output is mechanical vibration at tip for calculus/plaque removal and root canal irrigation. Benefits include efficient cleaning of tooth surfaces and periodontal pockets. Device is non-sterile as supplied; handpiece and tips are autoclavable.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing including IEC 60601-1 (electrical safety), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC), IEC 61205 (ultrasonic output characteristics), and ISO 10993-5/10 (biocompatibility/cytotoxicity/irritation).
Technological Characteristics
Piezoelectric transducer; 30VDC input; 3-20W output power. Handpiece and tips autoclavable (135°C/0.22MPa). Standards: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 61205, ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10. Connectivity: external water supply. Form factor: control unit with handpiece and foot switch.
Indications for Use
Indicated for removal of supra and sub gingival calculus and stain, periodontal pocket lavage, and root canal cleaning/irrigation in dental patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An ultrasonic scaler is a device intended for use during dental cleaning and periodontal (gum) therapy to remove calculus deposits from teeth by application of an ultrasonic vibrating scaler tip to the teeth.
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Nanning Vv Dental Co., Ltd. Liang Chaojun Vice General Manager 4th Floor,north Bld. No.1 , Zhengxin Tech Zone, No. 2, Gaoxin 7 Rd. Nan Ning, 530007 CN
Re: K163414
Trade/Device Name: Ultrasonic Scaler Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4850 Regulation Name: Ultrasonic Scaler Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: elc Dated: October 25, 2017 Received: October 27, 2017
Dear Liang Chaojun:
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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K163414
Device Name
Ultrasonic Scaler
Indications for Use (Describe)
The ultrasonic scaler is intended to:
- 1. Remove supra and sub gingival calculus deposits and stain from the teeth;
- 2. Carry out periodontal pocket lavage with simultaneous ultrasonic tip movement;
3.Clean and irrigate root canals
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## K163414 510(k) SUMMARY
(As Required by 21 CFR 807.92)
## 1. Date Prepared October 2nd, 2017
#### 2. Submitter;s Information
| Company Name: | NANNING VV DENTAL CO., LTD. |
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| Company Address: | 4th floor,North Bld. No.1, Zhengxin Tech Zone |
| | No. 2, Gaoxin 7 Rd., Nanning, China 530007 |
| Fax: | 0086-771-580-1312 |
#### 3. Device Information
| Trade Name: | |
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| Models: | |
| Product Code: | |
| Regulation Number: | |
| Device Class: | |
Ultrasonic Scaler VET-W3, VST-W3, VET-1 and VST-1 ELC 21 CFR 872.4850 Class II
#### 4. Identification of Predicate Devices
Predicate I
| Manufacturer: | Nanning Baolai Medical Instruments Co., Ltd. |
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| Trade Name: | Ultrasonic scaler P7 |
| Product Code: | ELC |
| Classification Name: | Ultrasonic Scaler |
| Regulation Number : | 21 CFR 872.4850 |
| FDA 510 (k) #: | K140233 |
#### 5. Description of the Device
The Ultrasonic scaler employs piezoelectric technology to produce a steady power. It is composed of a control unit housing a generator that produces piezo-electric vibrations. The working instrument for the ultrasonic scaler is the handpiece, which is connected to the control unit via a handpiece cord. A scaling tip specific to a particular procedure is attached to the end of the handpiece. The ultrasonic scaler models VET-W3 and VST-W3 connect to an external water supply and delivers water via connected handpiece.
[510(k)] Application
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Ultrasonic scaler consists of main generator, VE and VS handpiece, optional scaler tips (G series, P series, E series), power adapter and foot switch;
The main part is as follows:
- 1. Power adapter: DC 24V, input frequency: 3-20W
2. Main engine: The main engine is the major part of the circuit control, including ultrasonic pulse circuit, modulator circuit and oscillatory circuit. It is used for converting the ultrasonic oscillatory signal to ultrasonic mechanical oscillatory signal by magnifying and improving the vibrating frequency.
3. Handpiece: It mainly converts the signal from circuit,which will drive the ultrasonic scaler tips vibrating.
4. Scaler tip: The scaler tip is used to remove the calculus and plague by vibrating on the teeth surface.
## 6. Indications For Use
The ultrasonic scaler is intended to:
1.Remove supra and sub gingival calculus deposits and stain from the teeth; 2.Carry out periodontal pocket lavage with simultaneous ultrasonic tip movement; 3.Clean and irrigate root canals
## 7. Technological Characteristics
The ultrasonic scaler is powered by the piezoelectric technology, which is also employed by the predicate device. The electric power is transduced into high- frequency vibration via an ultrasonic transducer. The proposed ultrasonic scaler connects to an external water supply and delivers water via connected handpiece.
| Items | K163414 Proposed Device | K140233 Predicate Device<br>Ultrasonic scaler P7 |
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| Indications<br>For Use | The ultrasonic scaler is intended to:<br>1.Remove supra and sub gingival<br>calculus deposits and stain from<br>the teeth; | The ultrasonic scaler is intended<br>to:<br>1.Remove supra and sub gingival<br>calculus deposits and stain from the<br>teeth; |
| | 2. Carry out periodontal pocket lavage<br>with simultaneous ultrasonic tip<br>movement;<br>3. Clean and irrigate root canals. | 2. Carry out periodontal pocket<br>lavage with simultaneous<br>ultrasonic tip movement;<br>3. Clean and irrigate root canals. |
| Operation<br>Controls | | |
| | Sterilization:<br>Handpiece: autoclaved under high<br>temperature 135°C/pressure 0.22MPa.<br>Scaler tip: autoclaved under high<br>temperature and high pressure | Sterilization:<br>Handpiece: autoclaved<br>under high temperature 135°C/pressure<br>0.22MPa. Scaler tip: autoclaved under<br>high temperature and pressure. |
| Display<br>Modes | Corresponding signal of external<br>display driver circuit lights up<br>corresponding LED. | Corresponding signal of external<br>display driver circuit lights<br>up corresponding LED. |
| Measurement<br>Items | Remove calculus or plaque on surface<br>of teeth in oral cavity, cleaning and<br>irrigation of root canals. | Remove calculus or plaque on surface<br>of teeth in oral cavity, cleaning and<br>irrigation of root canals. |
| Power<br>Supply | input voltage : 30VDC 50HZ<br><br>output power : 3-20W | input voltage : 24VDC 1.5A 50HZ<br><br>output power : 3-20W |
| Operating<br>conditions | temperature : 5℃~40℃<br>relative humidity : 30%~80%<br>pressure : 50kPa~106kPa | temperature : 5℃~40℃<br>relative humidity : 30% ~ 80%<br>pressure : 50kPa~106kPa |
| Storage<br>conditions | temperature : -10℃~+50℃<br>relativehumidity ≤ 80%<br>pressure50kPa~106kPa | temperature : -10℃~+50℃<br>relativehumidity ≤ 80%<br>pressure50kPa~106kPa |
| Handpiece of<br>ultrasonic<br>scaler | Working principle: Piezoelectric<br>effect, the ultrasonic vibration signal<br>is converted to ultrasonic mechanical<br>vibration signal. | Working principle: Piezoelectric effect,<br>the ultrasonic vibration signal is<br>converted to ultrasonic mechanical<br>vibration signal. |
| Tips of<br>ultrasonic<br>scaler | Mechanical vibration transmitted<br>from the handpiece is converted to<br>the vibration of the scaler tip, then<br>removes calculus or plaque from the<br>teeth. | Mechanical vibration transmitted from<br>the handpiece is converted to the<br>vibration of the scaler tip, then<br>removes calculus or plaque from the<br>teeth. |
| Electrical<br>Safety | IEC 60601-1 | IEC 60601-1 |
| EMC | IEC 60601-1-2 | IEC 60601-1-2 |
| performance | IEC 61205 | IEC 61205 |
| Biocompati-<br>bility | ISO 10993-5,<br>ISO 10993-10 | ISO 10993-5,<br>ISO 10993-10 |
| Software<br>Level of<br>Concern | Moderate | Moderate |
### 8. Substantial Equivalence Table
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The proposed device has same intended use, similar product design, same sterilization condition, safety standards as the predicate device. The slight difference is the power supply, the input voltage of proposed device is 30V DC , the input voltage of predicate device is 15V DC, both of them could meet the electricity safety standard IEC 60601-1, the difference does not affect the substantial equivalence in effectiveness and safety.
### Non-clinical Testing:
The following bench testing was conducted in order to support substantial equivalence of the proposed device:
- IEC 60601-1:2006+A1:2012 medical electrical equipment -- part 1: general ● requirements for basic safety and essential performance
- . IEC 60601-1-2:2007 medical electrical equipment - part 1-2: general requirements for basic safety and essential performance - collateral standard: electromagnetic compatibility - requirements and tests.
- IEC 61205:2001 Ultrasonics-Dental descaler systems-Measurement and declaration of the output characteristics.
- . ISO 10993-5:2009 Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 5: Tests for in vitro cytotoxicity
- . ISO 10993-10:2010 Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 10: Tests for irritation and skin sensitization.
Clinical Testing:
Clinical evaluation is not applicable for the proposed device.
#### 9. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b)(3)]
The VET-W3, VST-W3,VET-1 and VST-1 ultrasonic scaler have the same intended use, similar product design, same sterilization conditions and the same technological characteristics as the predicate device. Nonclinical testing further supports the substantial equivalence of the proposed device to its predicate device. Therefore, the proposed device is substantially equivalent to its predicate device.
## [510(k)] Application
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