CalApex is a calcium hydroxide, polymeric resin, root canal filling material that is used in conjunction with gutta percha or silver endodontic points. Calplus is a temporary or permanent root canal filling material for use following pulpectorny, or for apexogenesss or apexification. Cerafill RCS is a MTA (mineral trioxide aggregate) based root canal sealer that provides complete and permanent sealing of root canals. It can be used with or without root canal obturation materials. Endoseal is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points in accordance with ISO 6876 for Dental Root Canal Sealing materials. Nanoseal S is indicated in patients for permanent obturations of root canal after vital extirpation or after treatment of pulpal gangrene and temporary filling. Zical Ultra Paste is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating pounts. Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points.
Device Story
Prevest Denpro Root Canal Sealers (CalApex, Calplus, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid) are dental materials used for root canal obturation. Depending on the specific product, they are formulated as calcium hydroxide/polymeric resin, MTA-based, Zinc Oxide/Eugenol, or silicone-based (polydimethylsiloxane) systems. They are supplied as two-part paste/paste, powder/liquid, or pre-mixed syringe systems. Clinicians (dentists/endodontists) apply the sealer into the root canal space, often with gutta-percha or silver points, to provide a permanent seal. The sealers fill the canal space, including accessory and lateral canals, to prevent bacterial contamination and promote healing. The devices are used in dental clinics. Benefits include effective sealing of the root canal system, biocompatibility, and radiopacity for radiographic verification of the fill.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Testing included appearance, flow, film thickness, water solubility, working time, setting time, disintegration, and radiopacity per ISO 6876:2012 and ISO 13116:2014. All devices met pass/fail criteria. Biocompatibility assessment conducted per ISO 10993.
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Calcium hydroxide, polymeric resin, MTA, Zinc Oxide/Eugenol, polydimethylsiloxane, zirconium oxide, barium sulfate. Form: Paste/paste, powder/liquid, or pre-mixed syringe. Standards: ISO 6876:2012 (physical properties), ISO 13116:2014 (radiopacity), ISO 10993 (biocompatibility). Delivery: Dual-barrel cartridges, syringes, or manual mixing. Shelf life: 2-3 years.
Indications for Use
Indicated for permanent or temporary root canal obturation/filling in patients following pulpectomy, vital extirpation, or treatment of pulpal gangrene; also indicated for apexogenesis or apexification. Used in conjunction with gutta-percha or silver points.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A root canal filling resin is a device composed of material, such as methylmethacrylate, intended for use during endodontic therapy to fill the root canal of a tooth.
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May 23, 2022
Prevest Denpro Limited % Angela Blackwell Senior Consultant Blackwell Device Consulting P.O. Box 718 Gresham, Oregon 97030-0172
Re: K212563
Trade/Device Name: CalApex, Calplus, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3820 Regulation Name: Root Canal Filling Resin Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: KIF Dated: February 15, 2022 Received: February 28, 2022
Dear Angela Blackwell:
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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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K212563
#### Device Name
Prevest Denpro Root Canal Sealers - Calplus, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, Zical Ultra Powder/ Liquid
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
CalApex is a calcium hydroxide, polymeric resin, root canal filling material that is used in conjunction with gutta percha or silver endodontic points.
Calplus is a temporary or permanent root canal filling material for use following pulpectorny, or for apexogenesss or apexification.
Cerafill RCS is a MTA (mineral trioxide aggregate) based root canal sealer that provides complete and permanent sealing of root canals. It can be used with or without root canal obturation materials.
Endoseal is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points in accordance with ISO 6876 for Dental Root Canal Sealing materials.
Nanoseal S is indicated in patients for permanent obturations of root canal after vital extirpation or after treatment of pulpal gangrene and temporary filling.
Zical Ultra Paste is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating pounts.
Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points.
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# Prevest DenPro Root Canal Sealers (Calplus, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid) 510K Summary K212563 May 18, 2022
Name and Address: Prevest Denpro Limited Export Promotion Industrial Park Bari Brahmana, Jammu 181133 India Contact Person: Atul Modi Email: prevestindia@gmail.com Telephone: (941) 919 4280
Name of device: Prevest Denpro Root Canal Sealers (CalApex, Calplus, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid) Classification Name: root canal sealer CFR: 21 CFR 872.3820 Primary Product Code: KIF
## Submission Contact:
Angela Blackwell Blackwell Device Consulting P.O. Box 718 Gresham, OR 97030-0172 (704)450-9934 angela@blackwelldevice.com
## Device Description:
CalApex is a non-eugenol, radiopaque, calcium hydroxide polymeric resin root canal filling material. It is a two part, base/catalyst – paste/paste system that is mixed in equal portions. The mixture is then carried to the root canal with endodontic obturation points or directly dispensed in the root canal depending on delivery method, e.g. tube or dual-barrel syringe.
Calplus can be used as a temporary or permanent root canal filling material.
Cerafill RCS is an endodontic sealer based on MTA, providing a biocompatible and effective root canal filling. It is premixed and pre-loaded in a syringe, which allows a complete filling of the entire root canal including accessory and lateral canals. The product is eugenol-free and will not impede adhesion inside the root canal.
Endoseal is a Zinc Oxide/Eugenol root canal sealant. The product is made up of two separate components, a powder base and a liquid catalyst, to form the final device.
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Nanoseal S is a permanent root canal filling material which is silicone based (polydimethylsiloxane). It is cold flowable and is in a dual barrel cartridge.
Zical Ultra Paste is a two-part, base/accelerator, paste/paste system that is mixed in equal portions. The mixture is carried to the root canal with endodontic obturation points. The product comes in a dual barrel cartridge.
Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid is a two-part, powder/liquid system for permanent filling of root canals. The mixture is carried to the root canal with endodontic obturation points.
| Device Name | Indications |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| CalApex | CalApex is a calcium hydroxide, polymeric resin, root canal filling material that is used in conjunction with gutta percha or silver endodontic points. |
| Calplus | Calplus is a temporary or permanent root canal filling material for use following pulpectomy, or for apexogenesis or apexification. |
| Cerafill RCS | Cerafill RCS is a MTA (mineral trioxide aggregate) based root canal sealer that provides complete and permanent sealing of root canals. It can be used with or without root canal obturation materials. |
| Endoseal | Endoseal is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points in accordance with ISO 6876 for Dental Root Canal Sealing materials. |
| Nanoseal S | Nanoseal S is indicated in patients for permanent obturations of root canal after vital extirpation or after treatment of pulpal gangrene and temporary filling. |
| Zical Ultra Paste | Zical Ultra Paste is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points. |
| Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid | Zical Ultra Powder/Liquid is used for permanent obturation of the root canal space with the aid of obturating points. |
## Indications for Use:
## Testing Summary:
CalApex, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, and Zical Ultra (powder/liquid) were tested for appearance, flow, film thickness, water solubility, working time, and disintegration according to protocols based on ISO 6876:2012 and tested for radio-opacity according to a protocol based on ISO 13116:2014. CalPlus was tested for appearance, flow and film thickness according to ISO 6876:2012, and radio-opacity according to ISO 13116: 2014.
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Appearance uses a pass/fail criteria set for each device based on the acceptable appearance of each paste, base or catalyst.
Flow test method is based on Section 5.2 of ISO 6876:2012. The CalApex, Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Nanoseal S, Zical Ultra Paste, and Zical Ultra (powder/liquid) pass criteria is not less than 17mm. The CalPlus pass criteria is 25-28mm.
Film thickness is based on Section 5.5 of ISO 6876:2012. The pass criteria for all subject root canal sealers is not more than 50µm.
Water solubility is based on Section 5.6 of ISO 6876:2012. The pass criteria for all subject root canal sealers is shall not be more than 3% by mass.
Working time is based on Section 5.3 of ISO 6876:2012. The CalAPex pass criteria is 16-18min. The Cerafill RCS, Endoseal, Zical Ultra Paste, and Zical Ultra (powder/liquid) pass criteria is 25-30min. The Nanoseal S pass criteria is 8-10min.
Setting time is based on Section 5.4 of ISO 6876:2012. The CalApex pass criteria is 20-40min. The Cerafill RCS pass criteria is 24 hours. The Endoseal, Zical Ultra Paste, and Zical Ultra (powder/liquid) pass criteria is 45-60min. The Nanoseal S pass criteria is 10-15min.
Disintegration is based on Section 4.3.5 of ISO 6876:2012. The pass criteria for all subject root canal sealers is no evidence of disintegration.
Radio-opacity is based on ISO 13116:2014. The pass criteria for all subject root canal sealers is above or equal to 3 mm when compared with aluminum wedge.
All test results passed and the test method pass criteria in standards. All test reports are included. The bench testing is the same type of test done by the predicate and reference devices. The pass criteria are either the same as the predicate and reference devices (in some cases ISO 6876 sets pass criteria for all root canal sealers) or the pass criteria are tighter than those of the predicate and reference devices. Having a tighter pass criteria would not change the substantial equivalence because the subject devices would also still meet the pass criteria used by the predicate and reference devices.
Shelf life for the root canal sealers is 3 years except for CalApex which is 2 years. Shelf life uses the same testing protocols as the characterization testing which are based on ISO 6876:2012. Pass criteria are the same as for bench testing. The predicate and reference devices use the same ISO standard for their testing but have unknown shelf lives in most cases (Sealapex and MTA Fillapex have a 2 year shelf life).
A biocompatibility assessment according to ISO 10993 was provided for all subject devices.
Predicate Devices: Sealapex K152959, Vitapex K973667, Endoseal MTA K170175, Pulp Canal Sealer K152956, Roeko Seal Root Canal Sealer K983037, Tubliseal K153067
Reference Devices: Apexit K893794 (ingredients), Adseal K042769 (ingedients), Theracal K063237 (ingredients), MTA Fillapex K140247 (ingredients), Dia-Root Bio K200175 (ingredients), GuttaSil K190510 (ingredients)
## Substantial Equivalence:
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The root canal sealers have similar ingredients to the predicate and reference devices, the same indications for use, and similar physical parameter testing.
Root Canal Sealers from Prevest Denpro
| | CalApex<br>K212563<br>Subject<br>Device | Sealapex<br>K152959<br>Predicate<br>Device | Apexit<br>K893794<br>Reference<br>Device | Adseal<br>K042769<br>Reference<br>Device | Theracal<br>K063237<br>Reference<br>Device | MTA<br>Fillapex<br>K140247<br>Reference<br>Device |
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| Product<br>Code | KIF | KIF | KIF | KIF | EJK | KIF |
| Indications<br>for Use | CalApex is a<br>calcium<br>hydroxide,<br>polymeric<br>resin, root<br>canal filling<br>material<br>that is used<br>in<br>conjunction<br>with gutta<br>percha or<br>silver<br>endodontic<br>points. | Sealapex/<br>Sealapex<br>Xpress is a<br>calcium<br>hydroxide,<br>polymeric<br>resin, root<br>canal filling<br>material<br>that is used<br>in<br>conjunction<br>with gutta<br>percha or<br>silver<br>endodontic<br>points. | —<br>Permanent<br>obturation<br>following<br>vital pulp<br>extirpation<br>—<br>Permanent<br>obturation<br>following<br>the removal<br>of a<br>gangrenous<br>pulp and<br>placement<br>of intracanal<br>disinfectant<br>dressings<br>—<br>Permanent<br>obturation<br>in cases<br>with<br>external and<br>internal<br>root<br>resorption<br>Apexit Plus<br>is suitable<br>for use in<br>the single<br>cone and<br>lateral<br>condensatio<br>n technique,<br>as well as in | Adseal is a<br>biocompatible<br>root canal<br>sealer for<br>permanent<br>sealing of root<br>canals<br>following<br>established<br>endodontic<br>procedures<br>and may be<br>used in<br>conjunction<br>with the<br>auxiliary<br>materials in<br>the root canal<br>(i.e. gutta<br>percha points)<br>Adseal is<br>intended for<br>use by<br>qualified<br>healthcare<br>personnel<br>trained in its<br>use | 1. Liner<br>2. Pulp<br>capping<br>agent | MTA-<br>Fillapex is a<br>root canal<br>sealer<br>intended<br>for the<br>permanent<br>scaling of<br>root canals<br>and may<br>be used in<br>combinatio<br>n with root<br>canal<br>obturation<br>materials. |
| Device | | | | | | |
| Description | CalApex is a | Sealapex/S<br>ealapex<br>Xpress is a | Apexit is an | Adseal root<br>canal sealer is | TheraCal is a | MTA<br>Fillapex is a |
| | non-<br>eugenol,<br>radiopaque,<br>calcium<br>hydroxide<br>polymeric<br>resin root<br>canal filling<br>material.<br>It is a two<br>part,<br>base/catalyst –<br>paste/paste<br>system that<br>is mixed in<br>equal<br>portions.<br>The mixture<br>is then<br>carried to<br>the root<br>canal with<br>endodontic<br>obturation<br>points or<br>directly<br>dispensed<br>in the<br>root canal<br>depending<br>on delivery<br>method,<br>e.g. tube or<br>dual-barrel<br>syringe. | non-<br>eugenol,<br>radiopaque<br>, calcium<br>hydroxide<br>polymeric<br>resin root<br>canal filling<br>material. It<br>is indicated<br>for use as a<br>root canal<br>sealing and<br>filling<br>material,<br>and is used<br>during an<br>endodontic<br>procedure<br>to seal off<br>the<br>prepared<br>root canal<br>apical<br>foramen<br>and tubules<br>from blood,<br>exudates,<br>and<br>infection.<br>The<br>proposed is<br>a two part,<br>base/catalyst –<br>paste/paste system<br>that is | insoluble,<br>radiopaque<br>calcium<br>hydroxide<br>cement for<br>the<br>permanent<br>obturation<br>of root<br>canals in<br>combination<br>with guttapercha<br>points. It<br>does not<br>shrink<br>during<br>setting and<br>demonstrates excellent<br>physical and<br>biological<br>properties.<br>Apexit is a<br>two-<br>component<br>system.<br>Base and<br>activator<br>are supplied<br>in doublepush<br>syringes<br>with a static<br>mixing<br>device.<br> | a two<br>component<br>paste:paste<br>device based<br>upon epoxyamine resin<br>chemistry.<br>This sealer is<br>easy to mix<br>and adapts<br>closely to the<br>walls of the<br>prepared root<br>canal and<br>provides<br>outstanding<br>long-term<br>dimensional<br>stability with<br>minimal<br>shrinkage<br>upon setting.<br>The device<br>consists of<br>tow<br>components,<br>the epoxy<br>resin paste<br>(Paste A) and<br>the amine<br>containing<br>paste (Paste<br>B); portions of<br>which are<br>mixed prior to<br>insertion into<br>the root canal.<br>This two<br>component | light-cured<br>resin-based,<br>mineral<br>trioxide<br>aggregate<br>(MTA) filled,<br>liner<br>designed to<br>perform as a<br>barrier and<br>to protect<br>the dental<br>pulpal<br>complex.<br>TheraCal<br>LC's precise<br>placement<br>allows its<br>use in all<br>deep cavity<br>preparations. The lightcured set<br>permits the<br>practitioner<br>immediate<br>placement<br>and<br>condensation<br>of the<br>restorative<br>material. Its<br>proprietary<br>formulation<br>allows for a<br>command<br>set with a<br>visible light<br>curing unit<br>while | mineral<br>ttioxide<br>aggregate<br>(MTA) and<br>resin toot<br>canal<br>sealer used<br>during<br>endodontic<br>treatment<br>to<br>permanently fill the<br>canal<br>system<br>following<br>debridement and<br>disinfection. It<br>consists of<br>two<br>component<br>pastes that<br>are<br>combined<br>in a dual<br>barrel<br>syringe for<br>ease of<br>dispensing<br>and<br>consistent<br>dosage.<br>Being<br>hydrophilic<br>in nature,<br>MTA |
| all<br>techniques<br>involving<br>heat-<br>softened<br>gutta-<br>percha. | | | | | | |
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Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
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.