K240346 · Nobel Biocare AB · NHA · Jan 3, 2025 · Dental
Device Facts
Record ID
K240346
Device Name
NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge
Applicant
Nobel Biocare AB
Product Code
NHA · Dental
Decision Date
Jan 3, 2025
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 872.3630
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are customized dental implant bridges. The implant Bridge attaches directly to the endosseous dental implants and/or onto Nobel Biocare's Multi-unit Abutments with prosthetic screws and provides a platform for restoration. The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are designed and made individually to fit the individual requirements for the patient.
Device Story
Patient-specific, screw-retained dental implant bridge; restores chewing function in partially/fully edentulous patients. Input: digital scan data from dental CAD/CAM software. Transformation: industrial manufacturing of yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP) framework/full contour design. Output: custom zirconia bridge. Used in dental labs, hospitals, or practices; operated by dental professionals. Features angulated screw channels (ASC) (0°-25°) for non-axial access. Clinical/prosthetic screws connect bridge to implants or multi-unit abutments. Benefits: customized anatomical restoration, improved chewing function, and flexible screw access.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Substantial equivalence established via non-clinical bench testing. Fatigue testing performed on worst-case assembled implant/abutment systems per FDA guidance for root-form endosseous dental implants and abutments, using protocols identical to reference device K161416.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP) per ISO 13356; Prosthetic screws: Ti6Al4V ELI (ISO 5832-3, ASTM F136) with DLC coating. Design: CAD/CAM, screw-retained, 2-14 units, 2-10 implants. Features: Angulated Screw Channel (0°-25°). Connectivity: Compatible with Nobel Biocare internal conical, tri-channel, external hex, and multi-unit abutment platforms. Manufacturing: Industrial production.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use as a bridge anatomically shaped and/or framework in the treatment of partially or totally edentulous jaws for the purpose of restoring chewing function, with a bridge span of 2 to 14 units on 2 to 10 implants.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An endosseous dental implant abutment is a premanufactured prosthetic component directly connected to the endosseous dental implant and is intended for use as an aid in prosthetic rehabilitation.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The guidance document entitled “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Root-Form Endosseous Dental Implants and Endosseous Dental Implant Abutments” will serve as the special control. (See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.)
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January 3, 2025
Nobel Biocare AB Bernice Jim Head of RA Development Implant systems, US/CA & PLM, Strategy & EBS Vastra Hamngatan 1 Goteborg, Vastra Gotaland SE 411 17 SWEDEN
Re: K240346
Trade/Device Name: NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3630 Regulation Name: Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NHA Dated: April 23, 2024 Received: December 3, 2024
Dear Bernice Jim:
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 (the 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 available 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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 statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advicecomprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely,
# Andrew I. Steen -S
Andrew I. Steen 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
Submission Number (if known)
K240346
Device Name
NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge
Indications for Use (Describe)
The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridge are indicated for use as a bridge anatomically shaped and/or framework in the treatment of partially or totally edentulous jaws for the purpose of restoring chewing function.
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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# 1 - 510(k) Summary — K240346
#### Submitter Information 1.1
| Submitter: | Nobel Biocare AB<br>Vastra Hamngatan 1<br>Goteborg 411 17<br>Sweden |
|-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Submitted By: | Nobel Biocare Services AG<br>Balz-Zimmermann-Strasse 7<br>8302 Kloten<br>Switzerland |
| Contact Person: | Bernice Jim, Ph.D. |
| E-Mail: | regulatory.affairs.nb@envistaco.com |
| Phone: | +41 43 211 42 00 |
| Prepared By: | D. Wolf and A. Magg |
| Date Prepared: | 31 December 2024 |
#### 1.2 Device
| Proprietary name: | NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge |
|----------------------|--------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer: | Nobel Biocare AB |
| Common Name: | Dental Abutment |
| Classification Name: | Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 872.3630 |
| Device Class: | II |
| Product Code: | NHA |
# 1.3 Predicate Device
Primary Predicate Device NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge (K202452)
### Reference Device
Multi-unit Abutment Plus (K161416)
#### Device Description 1.4
The NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge (Dental Bridge) is a patient-specific, dental implant supported, screw-retained dental implant bridge which is connected to compatible
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Nobel Biocare root-form endosseous dental implants (Dental Implants) or Multi-unit Abutments and is intended to restore chewing function in partially and fully edentulous patients. The Dental Bridge is available as either a Framework requiring veneering in a dental lab or as a Full Contour design requiring minimum laboratory processing.
The Dental Bridge is made from yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia. It is designed in a dental laboratory, hospital or dental practice by scanning, designing and ordering the restoration using dental CAD/CAM software and approved dental scanner. The finished design is sent to Nobel Biocare manufacturing facility for industrial production. After production, the Dental Bridge is sent to the laboratory for finishing.
The Dental Bridge is available for use with Nobel Biocare's Dental Implants having Internal Conical Connection (CC), External Hex Connection, Internal Tri-Channel Connection and Nobel Biocare's Multi-unit Abutment connections. One Dental Bridge can feature connections to 2 up to 10 Dental Implants.
All Dental Bridges are provided with the required Clinical and/or Prosthetic Screw: The Clinical Screw connects the Dental Bridge with the Dental Implant. The Prosthetic Screw connects the Dental Bridge with a Multi-unit Abutment.
Dental Bridge connections on the Internal Conical Connection Dental Implant require use of Clinical Metal Adapters. Clinical Metal Adapters are provided with the Dental Bridge. No adapter is needed for the External Hex, Internal Tri-Channel, or Multi-unit Abutment connections.
Clinical and Prosthetic Screws are placed from the occlusal side of the restoration. To facilitate access to the connection of the restoration to the implant/abutment a screw channel must be designed into the restoration. The Dental Bridge feature an Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) when connected to a Dental Implant with Internal Conical Connection and has an ASC feature to connect to Multi-unit Abutments. NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridges ASC's angulation can be defined by the customer in an angulation (to the implant's or Multi-unit Abutment's axis) between 0° and 25°. The ASC allows access through a screw channel which is not in line with the implant.
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### Compatible Devices and Accessories
The NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge is intended to be used or exempt accessories/devices from Nobel Biocare listed in Table 1. The Subject Device line Prosthetic Screw MUA Omnigrip Mini is included in the purpose of comprehensiveness.
Table 1: NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge Device/Accessory compatibility overview
| Compatible Implant /Abutment Platform | Platform | Clinical Metal Adapter<br>(Article number)<br>Class II | Clinical Screw<br>(Article number)<br>Class II | Prosthetic Screws<br>(Article number)<br>Class II |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
| See 510(k) number for<br>product codes. | | | | |
| | | | | |
| Article | | 38483 | 28816 | 301203 |
| Multi-unit<br>Multi-unit Plus<br>(K905434, K050641,<br>K052885,<br>K090630,<br>K161416,<br>K161598,<br>K202344) | NP/RP/WP<br>except<br>Multi-unit<br>External Hex<br>WP<br>External Hex<br>WP | N/A | N/A | 301203<br>(Subject Device) |
| | | | N/A | 301200<br>(Subject Device) |
| Internal Conical Connection<br>(K062566, K071370, K083205,<br>K133731,<br>K173418,<br>K202344) | NP | 38483<br>(K160158) | 37367<br>(K132746) | N/A |
| | RP | 38484<br>(K160158) | 37606<br>(K132746) | N/A |
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| Compatible Implant /Abutment Platform | | Platform | Clinical Metal Adapter<br>(Article number)<br>Class II | Clinical Screw<br>(Article number)<br>Class II<br>See 510(k) number for<br>product codes. | Prosthetic Screws<br>(Article number)<br>Class II |
|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------|----------|--------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
| | | WP | 38525<br>(K160158) | | N/A |
| Tri-Channel Connection<br>(K023113) | Image: Implant | NP | N/A | 28837<br>(K091904) | N/A |
| | | RP | | 28816<br>(K091904) | N/A |
| | | WP | | 28816<br>(K091904) | N/A |
| | | 6.0 | | | N/A |
| External Hex<br>(K970499,<br>K022562,<br>K050406,<br>K152093,<br>K160119,<br>K161598) | Image: Implant | NP | N/A | 31171<br>(K905434) | N/A |
| | | RP | | 28815<br>(K091904) | N/A |
| | | WP | | 28844<br>(K091904) | N/A |
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#### 1.5 Indications for use
The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridge are indicated for use as a bridge anatomically shaped and/or framework in the treatment of partially edentulous jaws for the purpose of restoring chewing function.
#### Substantial Equivalence Discussion 1.6
### Details of the Similarities Between the Subject and Predicate Device
The similarities between the NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge (Subject Device) and the NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge (Predicate Device) as described in Table 2 are as follows. The Subject Device has the same fundamental scientific technology, performance specifications and intended use as the Predicate Device and there is no change in indications for use statement.
## Details of the Differences Between the Subject and Predicate Device
There are no significant differences between the Subject and Predicate devices but there are minor differences as follows:
The Subject Device has revised how the extension length is illustrated in the product Instructions for Use (IFU) to reflect the test model used for performance testing (bench testing) and the clinical situation. The revised extension length is supported by the fatigue performance testing provided in the premarket notification.
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# Table 2: NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge Predicate and Subject Device Summary
| | Subject Device<br>NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge<br>K240346 | Predicate Device<br>NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge<br>K202452 | Comparison<br>Subject / Predicate | |
|----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer | Nobel Biocare AB | Nobel Biocare AB | Same as Predicate | |
| Pictorial Representation | Dental Bridge<br>(here shown with two Clinical Metal Adapters)<br><br>Prosthetic Screw | Dental Bridge<br>(here shown with two Clinical Metal Adapters)<br><br>Prosthetic Screw | Same as Predicate | |
| Product Classification | Class II | Class II | Same as Predicate | |
| Regulation Number / Name | 21 CFR 872.3630<br>Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment | 21 CFR 872.3630<br>Endosseous Dental Implant Abutment | Same as Predicate | |
| Product Code, primary | NHA | NHA | Same as Predicate | |
| Review Panel | Dental | Dental | Same as Predicate | |
| Intended use | The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are customized dental implant bridges. The implant Bridge attaches directly to the endosseous dental implants and/or onto Nobel Biocare's Multi-unit Abutments with prosthetic screws and provides a platform for restoration. The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are designed and made individually to fit the individual requirements for the patient. | The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are customized dental implant bridges. The implant Bridge attaches directly to the endosseous dental implants and/or onto Nobel Biocare's Multi-unit Abutments with prosthetic screws and provides a platform for restoration. The NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are designed and made individually to fit the individual requirements for the patient. | Same as Predicate | |
| | | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Comparison |
| | | NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge | NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge | Subject / Predicate |
| | | K240346 | K202452 | |
| | | NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are<br>indicated for a bridge span of 2 to up 14 units,<br>on 2 up to 10 implants. | NobelProcera® Zirconia Implant Bridges are<br>indicated for a bridge span of 2 to up 14 units, on 2<br>up to 10 implants. | |
| Indication for Use | | The NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge are<br>indicated for use as a bridge anatomically<br>shaped and/or framework in the treatment of<br>partially or totally edentulous jaws for the<br>purpose of restoring chewing function. | The NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge are<br>indicated for use as a bridge anatomically shaped<br>and/or framework in the treatment of partially or<br>totally edentulous jaws for the purpose of restoring<br>chewing function. | Same as Predicate |
| | Technological Characteristics | | | |
| Specifications | Device Dimensions / Design | | | |
| | Internal Conical<br>Connection | NP, RP, WP | NP, RP, WP | Same as Predicate |
| Platform<br>compatibility<br>(Implants) | Internal Tri-Channel<br>Connection | NP, RP, WP, 6.0 | NP, RP, WP, 6.0 | Same as Predicate |
| | External Hex<br>Connection | NP, RP, WP | NP, RP, WP | Same as Predicate |
| Platform<br>compatibility<br>(Abutments) | Multi-unit Abutment | NP, RP, WP | NP, RP, WP | Same as Predicate |
| | Multi-unit Abutment<br>Plus | NP, RP, WP | NP, RP, WP | Same as Predicate |
| | Angulated Screw Channel (ASC) | ASC Internal Conical Connection: ASC<br>feature available when the Dental Bridge is<br>used in combination with Internal Conical<br>Connection implants. | ASC Internal Conical Connection: ASC feature<br>available when the Dental Bridge is used in<br>combination with Internal Conical Connection<br>implants. | Same as Predicate |
| | | Subject Device<br>NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge | Predicate Device<br>NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge | Comparison<br>Subject / Predicate |
| | | K240346 | K202452 | |
| | | ASC Multi-unit Abutment: ASC feature<br>available when Dental Bridge is used in<br>combination with Multi-unit Abutment and<br>Multi-unit Abutment Plus. | ASC Multi-unit Abutment: ASC feature available<br>when Dental Bridge is used in combination with<br>Multi-unit Abutment and Multi-unit Abutment Plus. | |
| Angulated Screw Channel (ASC):<br>Angulation | | 0° to 25° | 0° to 25° | Same as Predicate |
| Wall thickness | | Min. 0.4mm | Min. 0.4mm | Same as Predicate |
| Attachment method to implant | | Screw retained | Screw retained | Same as Predicate |
| Attachment method to abutment | | Screw retained | Screw retained | Same as Predicate |
| Restoration type | | Individualized full anatomic contour or<br>framework | Individualized full anatomic contour or framework | Same as Predicate |
| Dental Bridge Design | | 2 to 14 units | 2 to 14 units | Same as Predicate |
| Number of Implants per Dental<br>Bridge | | 2 to 10 implants | 2 to 10 implants | Same as Predicate |
| Free hanging arc length | | Max. 35mm | Max. 35mm | Same as Predicate |
| Divergence<br>angle* | Internal Conical<br>Connection | Max. 30° | Max. 30° | Same as Predicate |
| | Internal Tri-Channel<br>Connection | Max. 30° | Max. 30° | Same as Predicate |
| | External Hex<br>Connection | Max. 20° | Max. 20° | Same as Predicate |
| | Multi-unit Abutment<br>Multi-unit Abutment<br>Plus | Max. 45° | Max. 45° | Same as Predicate |
| Distance between implants | | Min. 1.2mm | Min. 1.2mm | Same as Predicate |
| Max. Extension Length | | 16mm | 10mm | Similar to Predicate, the<br>worst case was selected and<br>fatigue testing was performed |
| | | Subject Device | Predicate Device | Comparison |
| | | NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge | NobelProcera Zirconia Implant Bridge | Subject / Predicate |
| | | K240346 | K202452 | |
| | | | | to demonstrate that the<br>difference does not raise<br>different questions of safety<br>and effectiveness |
| Surface<br>Treatment | Prosthetic Screw | DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coating | DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coating | Same as Predicate |
| Material | Dental Bridge | Zirconium Oxide | Zirconium Oxide | Same as Predicate |
| | | Yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP)<br>(ISO 13356) | Yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia (Y-TZP)<br>(ISO 13356) | Same as Predicate |
| | Prosthetic Screw | Titanium aluminum vanadium alloy | Titanium aluminum vanadium alloy | Same as Predicate |
| | | Ti6Al4V ELI (ISO 5832-3, ASTM F136) | Ti6Al4V ELI (ISO 5832-3, ASTM F136) | Same as Predicate |
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Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
4. Device detail page: chat and citations
Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
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.