K180718 · Tomy, Inc. · DYW · Oct 30, 2018 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K180718
Device Name
ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES
Applicant
Tomy, Inc.
Product Code
DYW · Dental
Decision Date
Oct 30, 2018
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.5470
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES are indicated for orthodontic movement of natural teeth.
Device Story
Orthodontic plastic brackets, caps, and buttons; bonded to natural teeth by dental professionals; connect with orthodontic wires to apply pressure for tooth movement; bracket caps hold archwire in bracket slot; buttons provide attachment point for wires/appliances; used in clinical dental settings; manual operation; non-electrical; single-use; provides mechanical force for tooth alignment; benefits patient by correcting tooth position.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical or animal studies performed. Testing included tensile strength (≥50 MPa), elongation (≥100%), and shear bond strength (>100 N in wet/dry conditions). Biocompatibility supported by equivalence to predicate materials.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Polycarbonate, polyethylene terephthalate, polybutylene terephthalate, stainless steel AISI 304. Non-electrical, manually operated. Injection molded. Single-use. Non-sterile. Standards: ISO 27020, ISO 7405, ISO 10993-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for orthodontic movement of natural teeth in patients requiring orthodontic treatment.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An orthodontic plastic bracket is a plastic device intended to be bonded to a tooth to apply pressure to a tooth from a flexible orthodontic wire to alter its position.
Predicate Devices
DENTSPLY Elation MB Metal Reinforced Plastic Brackets (K092030)
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TOMY, Inc. % Ruthanne Vendy Principal Specialist Regulatory & Ouality Solutions, Inc. 2790 Mosside Blvd. #800 Monroeville, Pennsylvania 15146
October 30, 2018
Re: K180718
Trade/Device Name: Orthodontic Plastic Bracket and Accessories Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.5470 Regulation Name: Orthodontic Plastic Bracket Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: DYW Dated: August 22, 2018 Received: August 29, 2018
Dear Ruthanne Vendy:
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. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. 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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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.
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Sincerely,
Mary S. Runner -S3
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) K180718
Device Name ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES
Indications for Use (Describe) ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES are indicated for orthodontic movement of natural teeth.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
| Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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510(k) Summary K180718
Date Prepared: October 25, 2018
### I. SUBMITTER
TOMY, Inc. Tenko Bldg. 3-16-7 Midori-cho, Fuchu City, Tokyo 183-0006 Japan
PHONE: 81-42-363-1151 FAX #: 81-42-363-1191
Contact: Mr. Jinichi Watanabe
II. DEVICE
Primary Classification: Name of Device: ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES Common or Usual Name: Bracket, Plastic, Orthodontic Classification Name: Orthodontic plastic bracket (21 CFR 872.5470) Regulatory Class: II Product Code: DYW
# III. PREDICATE AND REFERENCE DEVICES
DENTSPLY Elation MB Metal Reinforced Plastic Brackets, K092030 (Primary Predicate) CDB Corporation CDB Clip, K080906 GESTENCO INTERNATIONAL AB Orthodontic Polymer Composite Bracket, K053055 DENTSPLY NEO-CLIP Orthodontic Bracket Accessory, K042905
# IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS are designed to move teeth to improve their alignment. The ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS are bonded to natural teeth by dental professionals to connect with orthodontic wires to cause tooth movement to a more preferred positions can be used with bracket caps. The ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES consist of plastic orthodontic brackets, bracket caps, and buttons. The bracket caps are designed as an accessory of the orthodontic brackets for holding the archwire in the bracket's slot. Bracket caps are placed on the labial/buccal side of the brackets. The plastic buttons are designed to move teeth to improve their alignment. The plastic buttons are bonded to natural teeth by dental professionals to connect with orthodontic wires to cause tooth movement to a more preferred position. The button design includes a round slot for attaching wires or other appliances.
V. INDICATIONS FOR USE: ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES are indicated for orthodontic movement of natural teeth.
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#### VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICES
The below tables (Tables VI-1, VI-2 and VI-3) provide a comparison of the subject devices and the predicate devices. Table VI-1 is a comparison of the brackets; Table VI-2 is a comparison of the bracket caps; and Table VI-3 is a comparison of the bracket buttons.
Table VI-1 Comparison of DENTSPLY ELATION MB Metal Reinforced Plastic Bracket (K092030) to Subject ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS
| | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS (Subject) | DENTSPLY ELATION MB Metal Reinforced<br>Plastic Bracket (K092030) | Equivalence<br>Analysis |
|----------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------|
| Indications<br>for Use | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND<br>ACCESSORIES are indicated for orthodontic<br>movement of natural teeth. | Elation MB is indicated for orthodontic<br>movement of natural teeth. | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Device<br>Name<br>Description | Device: Bracket, Plastic, Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description: Orthodontic plastic<br>bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic plastic bracket is a<br>plastic device intended to be bonded to a<br>tooth to apply pressure to a tooth from a<br>flexible orthodontic wire to alter its position. | Device: Bracket, Plastic, Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description: Orthodontic plastic<br>bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic plastic bracket is a<br>plastic device intended to be bonded to a tooth<br>to apply pressure to a tooth from a flexible<br>orthodontic wire to alter its position. | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Medical<br>Specialty<br>Product<br>Code<br>Reg Number<br>Class | Regulation Medical Specialty: Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: DYW<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | Regulation Medical Specialty: Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: DYW<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | |
| Patient<br>Contact<br>Materials | Made of Polycarbonate, Polyethylene<br>terephthalate, Polybutylene terephthalate,<br>and Stainless Steel AISI 304 | Made of Polycarbonate, Polyethylene<br>terephthalate, Polybutylene terephthalate, and<br>Stainless Steel AISI 304 | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Sterilization | Not to be sterilized | Not to be sterilized | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Utility | Single Use Only | Single Use Only | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Energy<br>Source | Manually operated-Non-electrical | Manually operated—Non-electrical | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Visual<br>Identificatio<br>n for tooth<br>placement | A color dot is applied to the distogingival tie-<br>wing for visual identification.<br>Color Codes:<br>UR & UL CENTRALS: BLUE<br>UR & UL LATERALS: PINK<br>UR & UL CUSPIDS: GREEN<br>UR & UL BICUSPIDS: VIOLET<br>LOWER ANTERIORS: ORANGE<br>LR & LL CUSPIDS: LIGHT BLUE<br>LR & LL 1st BICUSPIDS: GREY<br>LR & LL 2nd BICUSPIDS: BLACK | A color dot is applied to the distogingival tie-<br>wing for visual identification.<br>Color Codes:<br>U1 Blue<br>U2 Pink<br>U3 Green<br>U4-5 Violet<br>L1-2 Orange<br>L3 Light Blue<br>L4 Grey<br>L5 Black | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Application<br>to teeth | Bonded | Bonded | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Manufacturi<br>ng Method | Injection Molded | Injection Molded | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Mechanical<br>Lock Base | Yes | Yes | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS (Subject) | DENTSPLY ELATION MB Metal Reinforced<br>Plastic Bracket (K092030) | Equivalence<br>Analysis |
| Metal<br>Reinforced | Yes | Yes | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Picture of<br>Device<br>(BRACKET) | Image: ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS | Image: DENTSPLY ELATION MB Metal Reinforced Plastic Bracket | |
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# Table VI-2 Comparison of CDB CORPORATION CDB CLIP (K080906) to Subject ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKET CAPS
| | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKET CAPS<br>(Subject) | CDB CORPORATION<br>CDB CLIP (K080906)1 | Equivalence<br>Analysis | |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------|
| Indications<br>for Use | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND<br>ACCESSORIES are indicated for orthodontic<br>movement of natural teeth. | The CDB Clip, commonly known as an<br>orthodontic ligating clip, is an orthodontic<br>bracket accessory. It attaches to the<br>orthodontic bracket to hold the archwire<br>firmly in the slot Together they facilitate the<br>orthodontic movement of teeth. | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Device<br>Name<br>Description<br>Medical<br>Specialty<br>Product<br>Code<br>Reg Number<br>Class | Device: Bracket, Plastic, Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description: Orthodontic plastic<br>bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic plastic bracket is a<br>plastic device intended to be bonded to a<br>tooth to apply pressure to a tooth from a<br>flexible orthodontic wire to alter its position.<br>Regulation Medical Specialty: Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: DYW<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | Device: Bracket, Ceramic, Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description: Orthodontic plastic<br>bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic ceramic bracket is<br>a device composed of ceramic, which is<br>intended to be bonded to a tooth, upon which<br>an orthodontic wire is used to move the tooth<br>to a new postion. (the current classification<br>only specifies plastic brackets. Confusion<br>exists as to whether ceramic brackets are<br>regulated.)<br>Regulation Medical Specialty: Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: NJM<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | Product<br>Codes are<br>different,<br>however the<br>devices are<br>under the<br>same<br>regulation | |
| Patient<br>Contact<br>Materials | Polyoxymethylene acetyl polymer | Polyoxymethylene acetyl polymer | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Sterilization | Not to be sterilized | Not to be sterilized | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Utility | Single Use Only | Single Use Only | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Energy<br>Source | Manually operated—Non-electrical | Manually operated—Non-electrical | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Manufacturi<br>ng Method | Injection Molded | Injection Molded | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| Picture of<br>Device (CAP) | Image: Orthodontic plastic bracket caps | Image Unavailable | Substantially<br>Equivalent | |
| 1 K080906 CDB Clip is identical to the Dentsply International K042905 NEO-CLIP ORTHODONTIC BRACKET ACCESSORY. There is no difference in the | | | | |
| | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC<br>BUTTONS (Subject) | DENTSPLY ELATION MB<br>Metal Reinforced Plastic<br>Bracket (K092030) | GESTENCO INTERNATIONAL<br>AB ORTHODONTIC POLYMER<br>COMPOSITE BRACKET<br>(K053055) | Equivalence<br>Analysis |
| Indications<br>for Use | ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC<br>BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES<br>are indicated for orthodontic<br>movement of natural teeth. | Elation MB is indicated for<br>orthodontic movement of<br>natural teeth. | Orthodontic Polymer<br>Composite Bracket is<br>intended to be bonded on<br>teeth to aid in the<br>movement of patient's teeth<br>during orthodontic<br>treatment. | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Device<br>Name<br>Description<br>Medical<br>Specialty<br>Product<br>Code<br>Reg Number<br>Class | Device: Bracket, Plastic,<br>Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description:<br>Orthodontic plastic bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic<br>plastic bracket is a plastic<br>device intended to be bonded<br>to a tooth to apply pressure<br>to a tooth from a flexible<br>orthodontic wire to alter its<br>position.<br>Regulation Medical Specialty:<br>Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: DYW<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | Device: Bracket, Plastic,<br>Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description:<br>Orthodontic plastic bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic<br>plastic bracket is a plastic<br>device intended to be bonded<br>to a tooth to apply pressure<br>to a tooth from a flexible<br>orthodontic wire to alter its<br>position.<br>Regulation Medical Specialty:<br>Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: DYW<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | Device: Bracket, Plastic,<br>Orthodontic<br>Regulation Description:<br>Orthodontic plastic bracket<br>Definition: An orthodontic<br>plastic bracket is a plastic<br>device intended to be bonded<br>to a tooth to apply pressure<br>to a tooth from a flexible<br>orthodontic wire to alter its<br>position.<br>Regulation Medical Specialty:<br>Dental<br>Review Panel: Dental<br>Product Code: DYW<br>Submission Type: 510(k)<br>Regulation Number: 872.5470<br>Device Class: 2 | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Patient<br>Contact<br>Materials | Polycarbonate, Polyethylene<br>terephthalate, Polybutylene<br>terephthalate | Made of Polycarbonate,<br>Polyethylene terephthalate,<br>Polybutylene terephthalate,<br>and Stainless Steel AISI 304 | Polycarbonate | Substantially<br>Equivalent to<br>K092030 |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Sterilization | Not to be sterilized | Not to be sterilized | Not to be sterilized | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Utility | Single Use Only | Single Use Only | Single Use Only | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Energy<br>Source | Manually operated-Non-<br>electrical | Manually operated-Non-<br>electrical | Manually operated-Non-<br>electrical | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Manufacturi<br>ng Method | Injection Molded | Injection Molded | Injection Molded | Substantially<br>Equivalent |
| Picture of<br>Device | Image: Orthodontic Plastic Buttons | Image: Dentsply Elation MB Metal Reinforced Plastic Bracket | Image: Gestenco International AB Orthodontic Polymer Composite Bracket | |
fundamental technology. The CDB Clip is made of the same material and has the same overall intended use.
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# Table VI-3 Comparison of GESTENCO INTERNATIONAL AB ORTHODONTIC POLYMER COMPOSITE BRACKET (K053055) to Subject ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKET BUTTONS
#### VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES conform to the following Recognized Consensus
ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES TOMY, Inc.
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Standards:
- . ISO 27020 First edition 2010-12-15 "Dentistry - Brackets and Tubes for use in Orthodontics"
- ISO 7405: 2008 "Dentistry Evaluation of biocompatibility of medical devices used in dentistry" O
- ISO 10993-1:2009 "Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process"
Additionally, the ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES were successfully tested for Tensile Strength, Elongation, and Shear Bond Strength. The tensile and elongation tests were performed to determine no significant deterioration with aging. New and aged brackets exceeded the criteria of ≥50 MPa for tensile strength and ≥ 100% elongation. The average shear bond strengths were greater than 100 N for wet and dry conditions, which exceeded the internal test criteria for shear bond strength.
All the components and manufacturing processes found in the ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES are identical to the materials used in legally marketed devices (DENTSPLY ELATION MB Metal Reinforced Plastic Bracket [K092030] and DENTSPLY NEO-CLIP ORTHODONTIC BRACKET ACCESSORY [K042905]) and/or were found acceptable for dental use. ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES are the same and/or of the equivalent composition as the predicate devices. Therefore, further biocompatibility testing is not necessary.
No animal studies or clinical testing were required for these devices.
### VIII. CONCLUSIONS
There are no substantial differences in terms of composition and mechanical properties between the ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES and the predicate devices. The indications for use are comparable and any differences in technological characteristics do not raise any new questions of substantial equivalence. Therefore, we believe that the information provided herein demonstrates that the ORTHODONTIC PLASTIC BRACKETS AND ACCESSORIES are substantially equivalent to the predicate and reference devices in design, principle of performance, and intended use.
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8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.