K211584 · Nakanishi, Inc. · KMW · Aug 19, 2021 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K211584
Device Name
Oral Surgery Contra
Applicant
Nakanishi, Inc.
Product Code
KMW · Dental
Decision Date
Aug 19, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.4120
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Oral Surgery Contra is for oral surgery. This device is driven by an electronic micromotor for oral surgery and dental implant. This device aims to transfer the rotation of the power source with various gear ratios, and moves instruments such as a surgical bur to cut the maxillary/mandibular bone during oral surgery treatment.
Device Story
Oral Surgery Contra handpieces (X-SG93L, X-SG93, X-SG25L) are contra-angle surgical instruments used by clinicians in healthcare facilities/hospitals. Devices connect to electronic micromotors via ISO 3964 coupling to rotate surgical burs for cutting maxillary/mandibular bone. Input is rotational power from micromotor; output is mechanical rotation of burs at specific gear ratios (1:3 increasing or 1:1 direct drive). Handpieces feature push-button chucks for bur retention. Clinicians use these to perform oral surgery and dental implant site preparation. Benefits include precise bone cutting during surgical procedures.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including verification/validation to internal functional specifications, biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1, -5, -10, -11), and performance testing per ISO 14457:2012. Sterilization validated per AAMI/ANSI/ISO 17665-1.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Pure titanium (MIM) and stainless steel. Coupling: ISO 3964. Transmission: 1:3 increasing or 1:1 direct drive. Sterilization: Moist heat (pre-vacuum or gravity displacement). Mechanical design: Push-button chuck. No software or electronic sensing components.
Indications for Use
Indicated for oral surgery and dental implant procedures requiring bone cutting in the maxilla or mandible.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A bone cutting instrument and accessories is a metal device intended for use in reconstructive oral surgery to drill or cut into the upper or lower jaw and may be used to prepare bone to insert a wire, pin, or screw. The device includes the manual bone drill and wire driver, powered bone drill, rotary bone cutting handpiece, and AC-powered bone saw.
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August 19, 2021
Nakanishi Inc. % Yulia Nikova Regulatory Project Manager Ken Block Consulting LLC 800 E Campbell Road, Suite 202 Richardson. Texas 75081
Re: K211584
Trade/Device Name: Oral Surgery Contra Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.4120 Regulation Name: Bone Cutting Instrument and Accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KMW Dated: May 21, 2021 Received: May 24, 2021
Dear Yulia Nikova:
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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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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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K211584
Device Name Oral Surgery Contra
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
Oral Surgery Contra is for oral surgery. This device is driven by an electronic micromotor for oral surgery and dental implant. This device aims to transfer the rotation of the power source with various gear ratios, and moves instruments such as a surgical bur to cut the maxillary/mandibular bone during oral surgery treatment.
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K211584 Submitter: NAKANISHI INC. 700 Shimohinata Kanuma, Tochigi 322-8666 Japan Contact Person: Mr. Masaaki Kikuchi General Manager, Regulatory Affairs Dept. TEL: +81-289-64-7277 FAX: +81-289-62-9738 email: m-kikuchi@nsk-nakanishi.co.jp Date Prepared: August 16, 2021 Submission Type: Traditional 510(k) Subject Device: Manufacturer: NAKANISHI INC. Trade Name: Oral Surgery Contra Common Name: Handpiece, Rotary Bone Cutting Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KMW Regulation: 21 CFR 872.4120, Bone cutting instrument and accessories Predicate Device: K173905 dated June 19, 2018 Clearance: Manufacturer: NAKANISHI INC. Trade Name: Surgic Pro, Surgic Pro+ Common Name: Controller, Foot, Handpiece and Cord Regulatory Class: Class I Dental Handpiece and Accessories Classification Name: Product Code(s) -EBW Primary: Product Code(s) -EGS Subsequent KMW Regulation: 21 CFR 872.4200, Dental handpiece and accessories K161957 dated November 23, 2016 Reference Device: Clearance: Manufacturer: W&H Dentalwerk Burmoos GmbH Trade Name: Implantmed SI-1015 incl. Accessories Common Name: Controller, Foot, Handpiece and Cord Regulatory Class: Class I Classification Name: Dental Handpiece and Accessories Product Code: EBW 21 CFR 872.4200, Dental handpiece and accessories Regulation: Device The Ti-Max Series Oral Surgery Contra handpieces, X-SG93L, X-SG93 and X-Description: SG25L, are contra-angle handpieces that are intended for use by a clinician in a healthcare facility/hospital setting for oral surgery and preparation for dental implant operation. The subject handpieces are available in two options: 1) fiber optic glass (X-SG93L and X-SG25L) or 2) non-optic (X-SG93). The Oral Surgery Contra handpieces are driven by a micromotor, thereby rotating surgical burs at different transmission gear ratios, to cut the maxillary/mandibular bone during oral surgery and preparation for dental implant surgery. The
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maximum rotational speeds of the handpieces are as follows: 120,000 min-1 for
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| Model | Transmission gear ratio | Maximum speed |
|---------|-------------------------|---------------|
| X-SG93L | 1:3 Increasing | 120,000 min-1 |
| X-SG93 | 1:3 Increasing | 120,000 min-1 |
| X-SG25L | 1:1 Direct Drive | 40,000 min-1 |
the X-SG93L and X-SG93 models; 40,000 min-1 for the X-SG25L model. The maximum rotation speed depends on the transmission gear ratios as follows:
The handpieces are manufactured using titanium and stainless steel and feature a push-button chuck mechanism. They are designed for use with surgical motors with an ISO 3964 (EN ISO 3964) type coupling system.
The handpieces are designed for use with surgical burs, as follows:
- X-SG93L and X-SG93: ISO 1797 Type 3 FG burs (φ1.59 - 1.6 mm) - X-SG25L: ISO 1797 Type 1 CA burs (φ2.334 - 2.35 mm).
The Oral Surgery Contra handpieces are a prescription-only device.
Indications for Oral Surgery Contra is for oral surgery. This device is driven by an electronic Use: micromotor for oral surgery and dental implant. This device aims to transfer the rotation of the power source with various gear ratios, and moves instruments such as a surgical bur to cut the maxillary/mandibular bone during oral surgery treatment.
Summary of Comparison with the predicate device shows the characteristics of the subject Technological device to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device. As such, the Oral Characteristics: Surgery Contra handpieces and the predicate device have the same technological characteristics:
- Intended use
- Method of operation
- Push-button autochuck
- Lubrication requirements
- Autoclavable ●
The following technological differences exist between the subject device and the predicate:
- . Transmission gear ratios
- Compatible burs
These differences do not raise different questions of safety and effectiveness. Additionally, the reference device has the similar transmission ratios and is compatible with the same types of burs as the subject device.
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The following table summarizes the comparison of the subject Oral Surgery Contra handpieces with the primary predicate and reference devices for indications for use and technological characteristics.
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Reference Device |
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| Trade Name | Oral Surgery<br>Contra | Surgic Pro, Surgic<br>Pro+ | Implantmed SI-<br>1015 incl.<br>Accessories |
| 510(k) Submitter<br>[Number] | NAKANISHI INC.<br>[K211584] | NAKANISHI INC.<br>[K173905] | W&H Dentalwerk<br>Bürmoos GmbH<br>[K161957] |
| Product Code(s) -<br>Primary | KMW | EBW | EBW |
| Product Code(s) -<br>Subsequent | n/a | KMW<br>EGS | n/a |
| Indications for Use | Oral Surgery Contra<br>is for oral surgery.<br>This device is driven<br>by an electronic<br>micromotor for oral<br>surgery and dental<br>implant. This device<br>aims to transfer the<br>rotation of the power<br>source with various<br>gear ratios, and<br>moves instruments<br>such as a surgical bur<br>to cut the<br>maxillary/mandibular<br>bone during oral<br>surgery treatment. | Surgic Pro+ / Surgic<br>Pro<br>The Surgic Pro+ /<br>Surgic Pro is<br>intended for use in<br>dental oral surgery<br>and dental implant.<br>The main unit is<br>designed to be used<br>with a specific<br>dental micromotor<br>that drives dental<br>handpieces fitted<br>with appropriate<br>tools to cut hard<br>tissues in the mouth.<br>SG20/ X-SG20L<br>This medical device<br>is for oral surgery<br>and dental implant<br>operation. This<br>device is driven by<br>an electronic<br>micromotor for oral<br>surgery and dental<br>implant. The device<br>is intended to<br>transmit the rotation<br>of the power source<br>at different gear<br>ratios, thereby<br>moving instruments<br>such as surgical burs<br>or surgical drills to<br>cut the maxilla /<br>mandible during oral<br>surgery and dental<br>implant. | Mechanical drive<br>unit with coolant<br>supply for<br>transmission<br>instruments with<br>ISO 3964<br>(DIN13940)<br>compatible coupling<br>system, for use in<br>dental surgery,<br>implantology and<br>maxillofacial<br>surgery (CMF) for<br>treatment of dental<br>hard tissue. |
| Application | Dental Oral Surgery<br>Preparation for<br>Dental Implants | Dental Oral Surgery<br>Dental Implants | Dental Surgery<br>Implantology<br>Maxillofacial<br>Surgery (CMF) |
| | | | |
| Model Numbers | X-SG25L<br>X-SG93<br>X-SG93L | SG20<br>X-SG20L | WS-56 L<br>WS-75 L<br>WS-91 L<br>WS-92 L<br>S-11 L |
| Power Source | Electrical<br>Micromotor | Electrical<br>Micromotor | Electrical<br>Micromotor |
| Handpiece<br>Chuck<br>Mechanism | Push-button | Push-button | Push-button |
| Burs | ISO 1797<br>Type 1 CA<br>X-SG25L<br>ISO 1797<br>Type 3 FG<br>X-SG93<br>X-SG93L | ISO 1797-1 (Type 1) | ISO 1797-1 Type 1<br>WS-56 L<br>WS-75 L<br>ISO 1797-1 Type 3<br>WS-91 L<br>WS-92 L<br>ISO 1797-1 Type 2<br>S-11 L |
| Handpiece<br>Coupling | ISO 3964 (EN ISO<br>3964) | ISO 3964 (EN ISO<br>3964) | ISO 3964 (EN ISO<br>3964) |
| Transmission ratio | X-SG93L = 1:3<br>Increasing<br>X-SG93 = 1:3<br>Increasing<br>X-SG25L = 1:1<br>Direct Drive | SG20 = 20:1<br>Reduction<br>X-SG20L = 20:1<br>Reduction | WS-56 L = 1:1<br>WS-75 L = 20:1<br>WS-91 L = 1:2.7<br>WS-92 L = 1:2.7<br>S-11 L = 1:1 |
| Materials<br>Composition<br>(Handpiece and<br>Exterior Coating) | Pure<br>Ti(MIM)+MRK-T | SG20: Stainless<br>Steel + CrN<br>X-SG20L: Pure<br>Ti(MIM)+MRK-T) | Chromium coated<br>steel and<br>chromium coated<br>brass |
| Cleaning | Automatic Cleaning<br>(Washer-Disinfector)<br>Or<br>Manual Cleaning | Automatic Cleaning<br>(Washer-<br>Disinfector)<br>Or<br>Manual Cleaning | Automatic Cleaning<br>(Washer-<br>Disinfector)<br>Or<br>Manual Cleaning |
| Sterilization | Pre-Vacuum<br>(Dynamic Air<br>Removal)<br>132°C, 4 min.<br>Drying Time: 30 min.<br>Gravity Displacement<br>132°C, 15 min<br>Drying Time: 30 min | Pre-Vacuum<br>(Dynamic Air<br>Removal)<br>132°C, 4 min.<br>Drying Time: 30 min.<br>Gravity Displacement<br>132°C, 15 min<br>Drying Time: 30 min | Pre-Vacuum<br>(Dynamic Air<br>Removal)<br>132°C, 4 min<br>Drying Time: 30 min.<br>Gravity Displacement<br>132°C, 15 min<br>Drying Time: 30 min |
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#### Summary of Performance Testing:
The Oral Surgery Contra handpieces are developed and produced under considerations of all applicable technical standards, internal specifications, and FDA guidance documents. The product's conformance with applicable international and internal standards was verified in the course of bench testing.
Tests were performed on the subject device including verification/validation testing to internal functional specifications which demonstrated that the device
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| 510(k) SUMMARY | is substantially equivalent. Sterilization has been validated in conformance to<br>the FDA recognized consensus standard AAMI/ANSI/ISO 17665-1:2006;<br>"Sterilization of Health Care Products – Moist Heat - Part 1: Requirements for<br>the Development, Validation, and Routine Control of a Sterilization Process for<br>Medical Devices." Documentation was provided demonstrating that the Oral<br>Surgery Contra complies with the FDA requirements stated in Guidance for the<br>Reprocessing Medical Devices in Health Care Settings: Validation Methods<br>and Labeling - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff.<br>In addition, testing for conformity to ISO 14457:2012; "Dentistry – Handpieces<br>and Motors" has been conducted. |
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| Biocompatibility<br>Testing: | Biocompatibility evaluations were selected in accordance with AAMI/ANSI/ISO<br>10993-1: 2018 "Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and<br>testing" and FDA Guidance “Use on International Standard ISO 10993,<br>“Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 1: Evaluation and Testing” and<br>included:<br>Cytotoxicity per ISO 10993-5 Sensitization per ISO 10993-10 Irritation per ISO 10993-10 Acute Systemic Toxicity per ISO 10993-11 Pyrogenicity per ISO 10993-11 |
| Discussion of the<br>Clinical Tests: | Clinical testing was not required for a determination of substantial equivalence of<br>the Oral Surgery Contra. |
| Conclusion: | NAKANISHI INC. considers the Oral Surgery Contra handpieces to be<br>substantially equivalent to the predicate and reference devices listed above. This<br>conclusion is based on the similarities in primary intended use, principles of<br>operation, functional design and established medical use. |
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