K171831 · Intra-Lock International, Inc. · DZL · Oct 26, 2017 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K171831
Device Name
Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System
Applicant
Intra-Lock International, Inc.
Product Code
DZL · Dental
Decision Date
Oct 26, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.4880
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System is indicated for the stabilization of bone graft, bone filling materials, and/or barrier membranes used to regenerate bone in the oral cavity.
Device Story
Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System comprises titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V) self-tapping screws and accessories (tapered driver, cassette) for stabilizing bone grafts, filling materials, or barrier membranes in oral surgery. Screws feature tapered design, 1.5mm-2.0mm diameters, and lengths 3mm-15mm; tenting screws include spacers. Used by dental surgeons in clinical settings to fixate materials to host bone; screws are removed after sufficient bone regeneration. System provides mechanical stabilization to facilitate bone growth. Non-sterile, single-use device; requires end-user steam sterilization.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by non-clinical bench testing, including torsion, axial pullout, and driving torque testing per ASTM F543-13, and sterilization validation per ISO 17665-1.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Ti-6Al-4V alloy (ASTM F-136) for screws; medical grade 455 and 7-14 stainless steel for instruments. Design: Self-tapping, tapered screws (1.5-2.0mm diameter). Sterilization: Steam sterilization by end-user (ISO 17665-1). Connectivity: None. Software: None.
Indications for Use
Indicated for stabilization of bone graft, bone filling materials, and/or barrier membranes for bone regeneration in the oral cavity (maxilla or mandible).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An intraosseous fixation screw or wire is a metal device intended to be inserted into fractured jaw bone segments to prevent their movement.
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Intra-Lock International, Inc.
October 26, 2017
Mary L. Jean Regulatory Affairs Manager 6560 West Rogers Circle Bldg. 24 Boca Raton, Florida 33487
Re: K171831
Trade/Device Name: Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4880 Regulation Name: Intraosseous Fixation Screw Or Wire Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DZL Dated: September 21, 2017 Received: September 27, 2017
Dear Mary L. Jean:
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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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ResourcesforYou/Industry/default.htm. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
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Sincerely.
Mary S. Runner -S
for
Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting 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
510(k) Number (if known) K171831
Device Name Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System is indication and fixation of bone graft, bone filling materials, and/or barrier membranes used to regenerate bone in the oral cavity.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
∑ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
□ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) Summary
# Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System
## K171831
#### 1. Submission Sponsor
Intra-Lock International, Inc.
6560 West Rogers Circle
Bldg. 24
Boca Raton
FL 33487
United States of America
Office Phone: (561) 447.8282
Contact: Mary L. Jean
Title: Regulatory Affairs Manager
#### 2. Date Prepared
10/26/17
#### 3. Device Identification
| Trade/Proprietary Name: | Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System |
|-------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Common/Usual Name: | Bone Fixation System |
| Classification Name: | Intraosseous Fixation Screw or Wire |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 872.4880 |
| Product Code: | DZL |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Classification Panel: | Dental |
#### 4. Legally Marketed Predicate Device(s)
K093719, Pro-Fix Precision Fixation System, OSTEOGENICS BIOMEDICAL, INC. (Primary predicate)
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K073342, Salvin Dental Specialties Fixation Screw System, Salvin Dental Specialties,
Inc. (Reference Device)
K130140, Intra-Lock OP Dental Implant, Intra-Lock International (Reference Device)
K103194, Intra-Lock Dental Implant with Blossom, Intra-Lock International (Reference Device)
#### 5. Indication for Use Statement
The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System is indicated for the stabilization of bone graft, bone filling materials, and/or barrier membranes used to regenerate bone in the oral cavity.
#### 6. Device Description
The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System consists of titanium alloy self-tapping screws, which are tapered and have a minimum diameter of 1.5mm with lengths of 3mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm and 11mm and a maximum diameter of 2.0mm with lengths of 4mm, 5mm, 9mm, 11mm, 13mm, and 15mm. Tenting screws are also available in the 1.5 mm diameter. The spacer part of the tenting screws is available in 2mm, 6mm, 8mm and 10mm lengths. The screws are manufactured using Ti-6Al-4V alloy (ASTM F-136) and adhere to standards tested under ASTM F-543. This system also includes accessories used to fixate the screws, membranes or bone graft to the host bone including a tapered driver, and a cassette. The screws are designed for removal from the patient after such time when sufficient bone regeneration is demonstrated. The devices are sold non-sterile. Single-use only.
#### 7. Substantial Equivalence Discussion
The following table compares the Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System to the predicate device with respect to indications for use, principles of operation, technological characteristics, and performance testing. The comparison of the devices provides more detailed information regarding the basis for the determination of substantial equivalence. The subject device does not raise any new issues of safety or effectiveness based on the similarities to the predicate device.
| Manufacturer | Intra-Lock<br>International, Inc. | OSTEOGENICS<br>BIOMEDICAL, INC. | Device Comparison |
|------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------|
| Trade Name | Intra-Lock Bone<br>Fixation System | Pro-Fix Precision Fixation<br>System | |
| 510(k) Number | | K093719 | |
| Product Code | DZL | DZL | Same |
| Regulation Number | 21 CFR 872.4880 | 21 CFR 872.4880 | Same |
| Regulation Name | Intraosseous Fixation<br>Screw or Wire | Intraosseous Fixation<br>Screw or Wire | Same |
| Manufacturer | Intra-Lock<br>International, Inc. | OSTEOGENICS<br>BIOMEDICAL, INC. | Device Comparison |
| Trade Name | Intra-Lock Bone<br>Fixation System | Pro-Fix Precision Fixation<br>System | |
| Indications for Use | The Intra-Lock Bone<br>Fixation System is<br>indicated for the<br>stabilization and fixation<br>of bone grafts, bone<br>filling materials, and / or<br>barrier membranes used<br>to regenerate bone in<br>the oral cavity. | The Pro-Fix Precision<br>Fixation System is used<br>to stabilize, fixate and/or<br>support bone grafts,<br>bone filling materials and<br>or barrier membranes<br>used for the regeneration<br>of bone in the oral cavity | Same |
| Mechanism of Action | Self-tapping<br>configuration (MICRO<br>BLOSSOM) incorporates<br>at least one cutting<br>surface on each thread<br>with self-tapping tip.<br>Screw threads enables<br>the implant to<br>continually slice through<br>the bone with increased<br>efficiency and minimal<br>force. | Membrane Fixation<br>screws and Tenting<br>screws are designed with<br>a self-drilling tip allows<br>penetration through<br>cortical bone without the<br>use of a mallet or the<br>need for drilling pilot<br>holes.<br>Bone Fixation screws are<br>designed with finer pitch,<br>self-tapping threads that<br>give the screws greater<br>clamping force while<br>using less driver torque. | Similar |
| Technology<br>Overview | Self-tapping<br>Square Head<br>Configuration<br>3mm – 15mm Screw<br>lengths<br>1.5mm - 2.0mm Screw<br>diameter | Self-drilling<br>Self-tapping<br>Cross Head Configuration<br>3mm, 8mm, 10mm,<br>12mm, 14mm Screw<br>lengths<br>1.5mm Screw diameter | Similar |
| Anatomical Location | Maxilla or mandible | Maxilla or mandible | Same |
| Material | Titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V<br>(ASTM F-136) | Titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V<br>(ASTM F-136) | Same |
| Manufacturer | Intra-Lock<br>International, Inc. | OSTEOGENICS<br>BIOMEDICAL, INC. | Device Comparison |
| Trade Name | Intra-Lock Bone<br>Fixation System | Pro-Fix Precision Fixation<br>System | |
| Sterile | Steam Sterilization by<br>End-User | Steam Sterilization by<br>End-User | Same |
| Single-Use | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Shelf Life | N/A | N/A | Same |
| Complies with ISO<br>10993-1 | Yes | Yes | Same |
#### Table 5A - Comparison of Characteristics
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#### 8. Non-Clinical Performance Data
As part of demonstrating safety and effectiveness of Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System and in showing substantial equivalence to the predicate devices that are subject to these 510(k) submissions, Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System completed a number of non-clinical performance tests. The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System meets all the requirements for overall design, sterilization, and biocompatibility results confirming that the design output meets the design inputs and specifications for the device.
Biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993 was not conducted for the Intra-Lock Bone Fixation implant because the materials and manufacturing methods are identical those used in the Intra-Lock OP Dental Implant (K130140) and the anodization process is identical to that used in the Intra-Lock Dental Implant with Blossom (K103194). All Intra-Lock products are manufactured at Intra-Lock Manufacturing. Biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993-1 was not conducted for the Intra-Lock Bone Fixation instruments because their patient contact materials are medical grade 455 and 7-14 stainless steel which is well-known to be biocompatible in the intended applications
The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System passed all the mechanical testing in accordance with ASTM F543-13 shown below to support substantial equivalence of the subject device:
- Torsion Testing - All tested Unifix screws vielded and fractured whereas the predicate screw head stripped.
- Axial Pullout Testing - No failures of the test specimen were observed. The screw pulled out of the bone foam
- Driving Torque Testing - No failures were observed; the screw pulled from the foam block
- Cleaning and Sterilization Testing - Concluded that the Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System Kit can be steam sterilized to a sterility assurance level of at least 10 \$ per ISO 17665-1:2006(R)2013.
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### 9. Clinical Performance Data
There was no human clinical testing required to support the medical device as the indications for use is equivalent to the predicate device. These types of devices, including the predicate devices, have been on the market for many years with proven safety and efficacy for the device. The non-clinical testing detailed in this submission supports the substantial equivalence of the device.
#### 10. Statement of Substantial Equivalence
By definition, a device is substantially equivalent to a predicate device has the same intended use and the same technological characteristics as the previously cleared predicate device. Or the device has the same intended use and different technological characteristics that can be demonstrated that the device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device, and that the new device does not raise additional questions regarding its safety and effectiveness as compared to the predicate device(s).
The Intra-Lock Bone Fixation System, as designed and manufactured, is determined to be substantially equivalent to the referenced predicate device(s).
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