Ultra SEP is a self etching primer intended to be used for the preparation of an enamel surface prior to bonding with a light cure orthodontic adhesive.
Device Story
Ultra SEP is a self-etching primer used in orthodontic procedures to prepare enamel surfaces for bonding brackets. The liquid material is dispensed from a bottle into a light-impervious mixing well and applied to teeth using a microbrush. It combines etching and priming into a single step, creating a surface for light-cure adhesive paste. Used in dental/orthodontic clinics by professionals. The output is a chemically prepared tooth surface that facilitates bracket adhesion, improving the efficiency of orthodontic treatment workflows.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Evidence consists of bench testing, specifically shear bond strength comparisons against the predicate and reference devices, and oral toxicity testing. Biocompatibility was demonstrated via ISO 7405 and ISO 10993-5 evaluations.
Technological Characteristics
Self-etching primer consisting of acidic monomer and solvent. Non-sterile. Delivered via Boston round bottle with dropper cap, light-impervious mixing well, and microbrushes. Class II device (21 CFR 872.3200).
Indications for Use
Indicated for preparation of enamel surfaces prior to bonding with light cure orthodontic adhesives in adults and pediatric patients. For professional use by orthodontic or dental office personnel.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A resin tooth bonding agent is a device material, such as methylmethacrylate, intended to be painted on the interior of a prepared cavity of a tooth to improve retention of a restoration, such as a filling.
Predicate Devices
3M Unitek Transbond™ Plus Self Etching Primer (K984246)
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July 8, 2021
Reliance Orthodontic Products, Inc Brian Dean Biomedical Engineering Consultant Cook Device Solutions 7640 Delaine Ct Indianapolis, Indiana 46254
Re: K210945
Trade/Device Name: Ultra SEP Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3200 Regulation Name: Resin Tooth Bonding Agent Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KLE Dated: May 12, 2021 Received: May 13, 2021
Dear Brian Dean:
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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Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal
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Sincerely,
Michael E. Adjodha, M.ChE. Assistant Director DHT1B: Division of Dental and ENT Devices OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT and Dental Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# SECTION 6.0
#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K210945
Device Name Ultra SEP
Indications for Use (Describe)
Ultra SEP is a self etching primer intended to be used for the preparation of an enamel surface prior to bonding with a light cure orthodontic adhesive.
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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SECTION 5.0 - 510 (k) Summary
# K210945
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Reliance Orthodontic Products Inc. 1540 West Thorndale Ave. Itasca, IL 60143 USA Phone: (630) 773-4009 | Website: www.relianceorthodontics.com
#### Submitter Information:
Date of 510(k) Summary: 3/19/2021 Submitter: Reliance Orthodontics Products Inc. Preparer and Contact Name: Brian Dean, BME Consultant 510(k) Owner: Paul Gange, President Address: 1540 West Thorndale Ave. Itasca, IL 60143 USA Phone: 630-773-4009 / Fax: 630-250-7704
Email: bdean@cookds.com Email: pgange(@relianceorthodontics.com
### Device Name and Classification:
| Common Name of Device: | Self Etching Primer |
|--------------------------|---------------------------|
| Device Proprietary Name: | Ultra SEP |
| Classification Panel: | Dental |
| Classification Number: | 872.3200 |
| Classification Name: | Resin Tooth Bonding Agent |
| Class: | II |
| Product Code: | KLE |
#### Substantial Equivalence:
Legally marketed devices to with equivalence is claimed:
- 3M Unitek Transbond™ Plus Self Etching Primer 510(k) (Submitted to FDA as K984246 Prompt L-. Pop by Espe Dental AG)
#### Device Description
Ultra SEP is a self etching primer which can etch up to 6 teeth with a single drop. The material is dispensed from a bottle into a light impervious mixing well, and transferred to teeth by a saturated microbrush. Ultra SEP creates an ideal surface for a light cure paste to adhere teeth and brackets for orthodontic treatment.
Ultra SEP is used in combination with a light impervious mixing well (SEPW) and microbrushes (MB).
### Indications for Use and Population:
Intended Use: Ultra SEP is a self etching primer intended to be used for the preparation of an enamel surface prior to bonding with a light cure orthodontic adhesive.
Diseases/Conditions for diagnosis, treatment, prevention, cure, or mitigation: None
Population: Adults and Pediatrics. Orthodontic or Dental Office professional use.
# Predicate Device:
- 3M Unitek Transbond 100 Plus Self Etching Primer 510(k) K984246 dated 11/17/1998 is similar in intended use, ● handling and technology compared to the device described in this 3M product is considered the primary predicate.
- Reliance S.E.P. 510(k) K071688 dated 08/24/2007 is similar in intended use, handling and technology compared . to the device described in this submission; this Reliance Orthodontics product is considered a reference.
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# SECTION 5.0 - 510 (k) Summary
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Reliance Orthodontic Products Inc. 1540 West Thorndale Ave. Itasca, IL 60143 USA Phone: (630) 773-4009 | Website: www.relianceorthodontics.com
Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device:
| Submission | Reliance Orthodontics<br>Ultra SEP | 3M Unitek TransbondTM Plus<br>Self Etching Primer | Reliance Orthodontics<br>S.E.P. |
|-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Classification | Class II, KLE, 21CFR872.3200 | Class II, KLE, 21CFR872.3200 | Class II, KLE, 21CFR872.3200 |
| Intended Use | Self Etching Primer, Single Step<br>Delivery for use with light cure<br>bonding orthodontic adhesives | Self Etching Primer, Single Step<br>Delivery for use with light cure<br>bonding orthodontic adhesives | Self Etching Primer, Single Step<br>Delivery for use with light cure<br>bonding orthodontic adhesives |
| Device<br>Description | • Combines etching and priming<br>in one easy step<br>• Effective bond strength | • Combines etching and priming<br>in one easy step<br>• Effective bond strength | • Combines etching and priming<br>in one easy step<br>• Effective bond strength |
| Chemical<br>Composition | Acidic Monomer / Solvent | Acidic Monomer / Solvent | Acidic Monomer / Solvent |
| Dispensing | Boston Round Bottle with<br>Dropper Cap | A single-patient use foil pack<br>contains pre-measured etchant and<br>light cure primer. | A multi-patient use hand-held<br>dispenser with SEP filled cartridge. |
| Sterilization | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile | Non-Sterile |
#### Non-Clinical Data Submitted
Shear bond strength testing comparisons conducted between the Reliance Orthodontics Ultra SEP, the predicate device 3M Unitek Transbond™ Plus Self Etching Primer, and the reference Reliance Orthodontics S.E.P. demonstrate that the applicant device is equivalent to the legally marketed device in terms of effectiveness.
Additionally, toxicity testing was conducted using an Oral Toxicity Test method and was found to be non toxic.
#### Conclusions
Clinical testing was determined to be unnecessary with the approval of all non-clinical testing, based on the nonclinical testing conducted and equivalency in characteristics demonstrated between Reliance Ultra SEP and 3M Unitek Transbond 110 Plus Self Etching Primer devices. In conjunction with biocompatibility demonstrated via ISO 7405 and ISO 10993-5 evaluations, evidence has been submitted to demonstrate Reliance Ultra SEP is safe and equivalent to or better than the 3M Unitek Transbond™ Plus Self Etching Primer (K984246) device in terms of performance as an Orthodontic Self Etching Primer.
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