K200601 · GreenMark Biomedical, Inc. · LFC · Mar 29, 2021 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K200601
Device Name
LumiCare Caries Diagnostic Rinse
Applicant
GreenMark Biomedical, Inc.
Product Code
LFC · Dental
Decision Date
Mar 29, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.1740
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric, 3rd-Party Reviewed
Indications for Use
LumiCare™ Caries Detection Rinse is indicated to aid the dental professional in visualization of carious lesions.
Device Story
LumiCare is an oral rinse containing fluorescein-tagged submicron starch particles. Used in a dental operatory by a clinician; the patient swishes the rinse, followed by a water rinse and air drying of teeth. The clinician then exposes the teeth to a blue light source (450-470 nm, 450 mW/cm2) and observes the teeth through light orange filter accessories (including protective eyewear). Areas of tooth decay temporarily stain, fluorescing under the blue light. This visual indicator assists the clinician in identifying carious lesions during examination, potentially improving the accuracy of caries detection and guiding clinical decision-making regarding treatment.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing on extracted teeth compared the device to a histologic reference standard, demonstrating reproducibility and performance comparable to the predicate. Simulated use testing in a clinical environment using a manikin model confirmed ease of use. Biocompatibility testing (cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation) was performed per ISO 10993-5 and 10993-10.
Technological Characteristics
Liquid oral rinse containing fluorescein-tagged submicron starch particles in a propylene glycol/water carrier. Requires external blue light source (450-470 nm, 450 mW/cm2) and orange filter accessories for visualization. Biocompatible per ISO 10993-5 and 10993-10. Shelf life of 2 years supported by accelerated testing.
Indications for Use
Indicated for dental professionals to aid in the visualization of carious lesions in adults and children.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
The caries detection device is a device intended to show the existence of decay in a patient's tooth by use of electrical current.
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March 29, 2021
GreenMark Biomedical Inc. % Prithul Bom Responsible Third Party Official Regulatory Technology Services, LLC 1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 510k Saint Paul, Minnesota 55114
Re: K200601
Trade/Device Name: LumiCare Caries Diagnostic Rinse Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.1740 Regulation Name: Caries detection device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LFC, EAQ Dated: March 24, 2021 Received: March 26, 2021
Dear Prithul Bom:
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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Sincerely.
Michael E. Adjodha, M.ChE. Assistant Director DHT1B: Division of Dental Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K200601
Device Name LumiCare^TM Caries Detection Rinse
Indications for Use (Describe) To aid the dental professional in visualization of carious lesions
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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K200601
### 510(k) Summary
### I. SUBMITTER
GreenMark Biomedical Inc.
Mailing Address: 325 E. Grand River, Suite 314 East Lansing, MI 48823
Offices and lab at: 1600 Huron Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone: 517-896-3665 Contact Person: Steven Bloembergen: info@greenmark.bio Date Prepared: March 24, 2021
II. DEVICE
Name of Device: LumiCare™ Caries Detection Rinse Common or Usual Name: Caries detector Classification Name: Caries Detection Device (21 CFR 872.1740) Regulatory Class: II Product Code: LFC Review Panel: Dental
### III. PREDICATE DEVICE
Pulpdent SnoopTM Caries Detecting Dye, K964430
### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The LumiCare™ device is an oral rinse solution containing starch-based particles tagged with fluorescein. A specific volume is swished in the mouth, followed by a water rinse and air drying of teeth prior to exposure of the teeth to a blue light source with an irradiance of 450 mW/cm2 and wavelength of 450-470 nm. The clinician completes the clinical examination by observing fluorescence through light orange filter accessories, including protective eyewear, to aid the visualization of dental caries.
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## V. INDICATIONS FOR USE / INTENDED USE
LumiCare™ Caries Detection Rinse is indicated to aid the dental professional in visualization of carious lesions.
The Indications for Use statement for the LumiCare™ device is identical to that of the predicate device, with minor exception. This difference does not alter the intended use of the device nor does it affect the safety and effectiveness of the device relative to the predicate.
Both the subject and predicate device have the same intended use of detection of dental caries.
## VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
| Characteristic | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Device Name | LumiCare™ Caries<br>Detection Rinse | Pulpdent Snoop™<br>(K964430) |
| Regulation Number | 872.1740 | 872.1740 |
| Identification | Caries Detection Device | Caries Detection Device |
| Intended Use | Detection of dental caries | Detection of dental caries |
| Indication for disease | Dental caries | Dental caries |
| Indication for patient<br>population | Adults and children | Not specified |
| Indication for Use<br>statement | To aid the dental<br>professional in<br>visualization of carious<br>lesions | To assist the dental<br>professional in the<br>detection of carious dentin |
| Anatomic Sites | Directly visible tooth<br>surfaces | Directly visible tooth<br>surfaces |
| Use Environment | Dental Operatory | Dental Operatory |
| Prescription/OTC | Prescription only | Prescription only |
| Product Form | Liquid | Liquid |
| Primary Carrier Fluids | Propylene Glycol/Water | Propylene Glycol/Water |
| Contains Staining<br>Agent | Yes | Yes |
| Use | Apply product to teeth | Apply product to teeth |
| Detection Method | Areas of tooth decay<br>temporarily stain | Areas of tooth decay<br>temporarily stain |
| Shelf Life | 2 years | 2 years |
| Staining Agent | Fluorescein | Dark blue dye |
## Table 1. Comparison to Predicate Device
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| Characteristic | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
|----------------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Carrier for staining agent | Submicron Starch Particle | None |
| Viewing Conditions | Blue light/orange filter | Ambient light/white light with the naked eye or under magnification |
| Stimulation Wavelength | Blue light (450-470 nm, peak value) | Visible light |
The subject and the predicate device are both dye-containing liquids which bind to carious lesions on all (occlusal, facial, lingual, proximal) directly visible surfaces of the teeth, providing a visible indicator of the presence of caries. The subject and predicate devices have similar technological elements: liquid formulation, application directly to teeth and the liquid contains carriers, preservatives, and a staining agent.
Technological differences between the subject and predicate device include:
- 1. Viewing Conditions: The predicate device's stain is visible under visible light whereas the subject device's stain is visible under blue light conditions when viewed through an orange filter. This difference does not impact safety or performance.
- 2. Staining agent and carrier: The subject device contains submicron starch particles as a carrier for the staining agent, fluorescein, whereas the predicate contains blue dye with no carrier. This difference does not impact safety or effectiveness. The fluoresceinated starch particle was demonstrated to be non-cytotoxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing.
## VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
- A. Non-Clinical Performance Testing
## Bench Testing
Sensitivity and Specificity testing was completed on extracted teeth using histologic reference standard for the LumiCare™ rinse and the predicate, demonstrating a high degree of reproducibility for the LumiCare™ rinse, and performance comparable to the predicate device. No FDA-recognized standards were available to inform the testing.
## Simulated Use Testing
Simulated use testing in a clinical environment was performed by clinicians using a manikin model with extracted teeth placed in a typodont, demonstrating ease and effectiveness of use within the clinical workflow. No FDA-recognized standards were available to inform the testing.
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## Biocompatibility
A biocompatibility risk assessment was performed (per 2016 FDA Biocompatibility Guidance), along with cytotoxicity, sensitization, and irritation testing (per ISO 10993-5 and 10993-10), indicating the LumiCare™ rinse is biocompatible for use as intended.
## Shelf Life Testing
Based on accelerated testing, a shelf life of two years is supported. Real time aging is being performed. No FDA-recognized standards were available to inform the testing.
- B. Clinical Performance Testing
Clinical performance testing was not conducted.
## VIII. CONCLUSION
Based upon the indications for use and comparison of technology, together with the results from non-clinical performance testing, we find the LumiCare™ rinse used together with a blue light source, having an irradiance of 450 mW/cm2 and wavelength of 450-470 nm, is substantially equivalent to the predicate device Pulpdent Snoop™.
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