SNOR LOCK is indicated for use for adults 18 years and above as an aid in the reduction of snoring during hours of sleep.
Device Story
SNOR LOCK is an intraoral, single-patient, multi-use appliance designed to reduce snoring. The device consists of an upper and lower tray integrated into a single-piece mouthpiece. It functions as a mandibular repositioning device (MRD) by maintaining the mandible in a fixed 6mm anterior position, which widens the pharyngeal airway to prevent occlusion and reduce air turbulence during sleep. The device is intended for over-the-counter (OTC) use at home by the patient. The user wears the device in the mouth during sleep. It is constructed from ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer and an ethylene propylene copolymer frame. The device is cleaned daily by the user with a toothbrush and toothpaste and deep-cleaned weekly with commercial denture cleanser.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence is supported by bench testing and biocompatibility assessments, including cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5), genotoxicity (ISO 10993-3), skin sensitization (ISO 10993-10), and subchronic toxicity (ISO 10993-11).
Technological Characteristics
Intraoral mouthpiece; materials: ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, ethylene propylene copolymer, and colorant. Fixed 6mm mandibular advancement. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993-1 for prolonged mucosal contact (>24h to 30 days). Non-sterile. Single-patient, reusable.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adults 18 years and older as an aid in the reduction of snoring during sleep.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Intraoral devices for snoring and intraoral devices for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are devices that are worn during sleep to reduce the incidence of snoring and to treat obstructive sleep apnea. The devices are designed to increase the patency of the airway and to decrease air turbulence and airway obstruction. The classification includes palatal lifting devices, tongue retaining devices, and mandibular repositioning devices.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for these devices is the FDA guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Intraoral Devices for Snoring and/or Obstructive Sleep Apnea; Guidance for Industry and FDA.”
Predicate Devices
PureSleep®(OTC use), Sleep Science Partners, Inc. (K190058)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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November 10, 2022
Solbaro Co., Ltd Jinwook Seo Regulatory Affair 4th fl. 137, Janggam-ro Gamgok-myeon, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do 27603 SOUTH KOREA
Re: K222475
Trade/Device Name: Snor Lock Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.5570 Regulation Name: Intraoral Devices For Snoring And Intraoral Devices For Snoring And Obstructive Sleep Apnea Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LRK Dated: August 8. 2022 Received: August 16, 2022
Dear Jinwook Seo:
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 -S
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 Ouality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K222475
Device Name SNOR LOCK
Indications for Use (Describe)
SNOR LOCK is indicated for use for adults 18 years and above as an aid in the reduction of snoring during hours of sleep.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
_ Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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### 510(k) SUMMARY K222475
Date: August 8, 2022
## 1. SUBMITTER
Solbaro Co., Ltd. 4th fl. 137, Janggam-ro, Gamgok-myeon, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea TEL : +82-70-8844-2714 FAX : +82-43-881-2875 Contact Name: Jinwook Seo Email: penbedht(@hanmail.net
#### 2. DEVICE
·Trade Name: SNOR LOCK ·Common Name: Antisnoring device ·Classification Name: Device, Anti-Snoring ·Regulation Number 872.5570 ·Class: 2 ·Classification Product Code: LRK
#### 3. PREDICATE DEVICE
PureSleep®(OTC use), Sleep Science Partners, Inc. K190058
# 4. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The SNOR LOCK is an oral appliance comprised of an upper and lower tray constructed in one piece. The trays engage with the maxillary and mandibular dentition and the device maintains an anterior positioning of the mandible which widens the pharyngeal airway to prevent occlusion.
## 5. INDICATIONS FOR USE
SNOR LOCK is indicated for use for adults 18 years and above as an aid in the reduction
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of snoring during hours of sleep.
# 6. NON-CLINICAL TESTING
The following test articles were tested based on the referenced standard. All the test results met the preset test criteria.
Testing institution's method -Appearance, Dimension, Weight / Appearance, pH, Heavy metals, Potassium premanganate reducing substance, Residue on evaporation, Ultraviolet absorption spectrum of extracts
ISO 10993-5 – Cytotoxicity
ISO 10993-3 - Genotoxicity (Bacterial Reverse Mutation)
ISO 10993-10 - Guinea Pig Maximization Test for Skin sensitization
ISO 10993-11 – Subchronic toxicity
| | Proposed Device | Predicate Device | Discuss/Justify the<br>Differences | |
|------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | New | K190058 | - | |
| Trade Name | SNOR STOP<br>(SNOR LOCK) | PureSleep®(OTC use) | - | |
| Manufacturer | Solbaro Co., Ltd. | Sleep Science Partners, Inc. | - | |
| Common Name | Antisnoring device | Antisnoring device | Equivalent | |
| Classification<br>Name | Intraoral devices for snoring<br>and obstructive sleep apnea | Intraoral devices for snoring and<br>obstructive sleep apnea | Equivalent | |
| Device Class | 2 | 2 | Equivalent | |
| Product Code | LRK | LRK | Equivalent | |
| Device Description | The SNOR LOCK is an oral<br>appliance comprised of an<br>upper and lower parts<br>constructed in mouthpiece. The<br>mouthpiece engage with the<br>maxillary and mandibular<br>dentition and the device | The PureSleep® device for Over-<br>the-Counter (OTC) use is an<br>intraoral mandibular<br>repositioning device that<br>increases the pharyngeal space to<br>improve the user's ability to<br>exchange air and to decrease air<br>turbulence, a causative factor in<br>snoring. The device consists of<br>two dental trays designed to<br>conform to the shape of the upper | Equivalent | |
| | | | | |
| | | maintains an anterior<br>positioning of the mandible<br>which widens the pharyngeal<br>airway to prevent occlusion. | and lower jaws. | |
| Indication for use | | SNOR LOCK is indicated for<br>use for adults 18 years and<br>above as an aid in the reduction<br>of snoring during hours of<br>sleep. | PureSleep® (OTC) is indicated<br>for use for adults 18 years and<br>above as an aid in the reduction<br>of snoring during hours of sleep. | Equivalent |
| Indicatio<br>n for use | Prescriptio<br>n Status | OTC | OTC | Equivalent |
| | Patient<br>Population | Adult persons 18 years of age<br>or older | Adult persons 18 years of age or<br>older | Equivalent |
| Mode of action | | Mandibular repositioning<br>device (MRD) that advances<br>the lower jaw to increase<br>pharyngeal space and alleviate<br>snoring. | Mandibular repositioning device<br>(MRD) that advances the lower<br>jaw to increase pharyngeal space<br>and alleviate snoring. | Equivalent |
| Environment | | During sleep, at home | During sleep, at home | Equivalent |
| | Placement of device | In the mouth, on the lower and<br>upper Jaws | In the mouth, on the lower and<br>upper Jaws | Equivalent |
| | Preparation / Set-up | Connect upper and lower parts<br>per bite type. | Connect upper and lower parts<br>per bite type. | Equivalent |
| Molding / Fitment | | Custom impression to each<br>individual's mouth using a<br>"boil and bite" approach and<br>thermal setting (heat sensitive)<br>resins. Molded to the entire<br>upper and lower arch of teeth. | Custom impression to each<br>individual's mouth using a "boil<br>and bite" approach and thermal<br>setting (heat sensitive) resins.<br>Molded to the entire upper and<br>lower arch of teeth. | Equivalent |
| Design | | Image: Snore Lock | Image: PureSleep | Differences<br>Mandibular<br>advancement of<br>proposed device is<br>fixed in 6mm and |
| | | | | |
| | SNOR LOCK is an all-in-one mouthpiece (intraoral device) that is designed to have lower tray anterior to the upper tray. This allows 6mm advancement of mandible and pharyngeal space. | Consists of an upper and lower tray. Outer shell provides with structural support and inner shell is lined with softer material that is heat sensitive and thus allows for custom fitting. | frame is loacated inside mouthpiece. | |
| Adjustments | 6 mm of mandibular advancement | Adjustable jaw advancement position. Adjustably positions the mandible forward in three positions, 4mm apart anteriorly, while maintaining a 9mm inferior placement for user comfort | Differences<br>Mandibular advancement of proposed device is fixed in 6mm | |
| Single use / Reusable | Single patient, multi-use(reusable) | Single patient, multi-use | Equivalent | |
| Cleaning instructions | Clean/rinse daily with toothbrush & toothpaste.<br>Deep clean once per week with commercial denture cleanser(ex. Polident). | Clean/rinse daily with toothbrush and toothpaste or with effervescent oral device cleaning tablets.<br>Deep clean once per week. | Equivalent | |
| Sterile | No | No | Equivalent | |
| Materials | Body : ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin<br>Frame : ethylene propylene copolymer, colorant | Polypropylene homopolymer and ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer | Differences<br>SNOR LOCK has additional chemical substances; colorant, ethylene propylene copolymer | |
| Biocompatibility | Meets ISO 10993-1 for a surface device contacting mucosal membrane for a | Meets ISO 10993-1 for a surface device contacting mucosal membrane for a prolonged | Equivalent | |
| | prolonged contact duration<br>(>24h to 30 days): cytotoxicity,<br>sensitization,<br>genotoxicity and subchronic<br>toxicity | contact duration (>24h to 30<br>days): cytotoxicity, sensitization<br>and irritation | | |
# 7. SUBSTANITAL EQUIVALENCE
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## 8. SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCE DISCUSSION
SNOR LOCK has the same Indications for Use and the principle of operations as the predicate device. Even though there is a slight difference in design(mandibular advancement is fixed in 6mm), it does not affect the equivalence and functioning of intended use-reduction of snoring. It has similar physical properties, and demonstrates biocompatibility and performance specifications comparable to the predicate devices.
The chemical compositions might slightly differ from the predicate devices. Additional components are used as frame material and frame colorant. Both devices have used ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer as base material, which has a major contact with a patient tissue. Additional polymer material used in SNOR LOCK, ethylene propylene copolymer, is a elastomer with established biocompatibility and widely medical use, including surface of infusion bag. Light Brown model(008031) of SNOR LOCK is created by addition of every colorant with the same ratio. By conducting biocompatibility test using this model as a worst case, risk of each product lines with different color are fully assessed. Both SNOR LOCK and predicate deivce are met the requirement of anti-snoring device.
The bench and biocompatibility testing performed demonstrates that any differences in their technological characteristics do not raise any new questions as to safety and effectiveness. Therefore, it is concluded that SNOR LOCK is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices.
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