Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge Filling of infrabony periodontal defects Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR).
Device Story
BOSS is a bovine-derived hydroxyapatite (HAp) bone grafting material; functions as a scaffold for bone regeneration in maxillofacial, implant, and periodontal surgery. Device consists of interconnected macro- and microporous granules; supplied sterile in vials for single-use. Clinician applies granules to bony voids/gaps; material acts as osteoconductive matrix to support new bone growth. Benefits include alveolar ridge preservation and defect repair. No active components or software.
Clinical Evidence
No human clinical data. Bench testing included crystallinity, Ca/P ratio, HAp content, and heavy metal analysis per ISO 13779-3 and ASTM F1581-08. Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993 series. Animal study (beagle mandibular defect model) compared BOSS to Bio-Oss® at 4, 8, and 12 weeks using radiographic, Micro CT, histology, and histomorphometry; results demonstrated substantially equivalent bone formation and resorption performance.
Technological Characteristics
Bovine cancellous bone-derived hydroxyapatite (HAp); phase purity ≥95%. Granule form; sizes 0.2–1.0mm or 1.0–2.0mm. Sterilized via gamma irradiation. Shelf-life 5 years. Complies with ISO 13779-3, ISO 10993, ISO 22442, and ASTM F1581-08.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adults requiring bone grafting for alveolar ridge augmentation, periodontal defect filling, post-surgical defect filling (root resection, apicoectomy, cystectomy), extraction socket preservation, maxillary sinus floor elevation, and GTR/GBR procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Bone grafting material is a material such as hydroxyapatite, tricalcium phosphate, polylactic and polyglycolic acids, or collagen, that is intended to fill, augment, or reconstruct periodontal or bony defects of the oral and maxillofacial region.
Special Controls
*Classification.* (1) Class II (special controls) for bone grafting materials that do not contain a drug that is a therapeutic biologic. The special control is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Bone Grafting Material Devices.” (See § 872.1(e) for the availability of this guidance document.)(2) Class III (premarket approval) for bone grafting materials that contain a drug that is a therapeutic biologic. Bone grafting materials that contain a drug that is a therapeutic biologic, such as biological response modifiers, require premarket approval.
(c)
*Date premarket approval application (PMA) or notice of product development protocol (PDP) is required.* Devices described in paragraph (b)(2) of this section shall have an approved PMA or a declared completed PDP in effect before being placed in commercial distribution.
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**FDA** **U.S. FOOD & DRUG**
ADMINISTRATION
June 16, 2026
Medpark Co., Ltd.
Kyonghoon Shin
Prrc
24, Nakdong-Daero 1570 Beon-Gil, Buk-Gu
Busan, 46504
Republic Of Korea
Re: K253723
Trade/Device Name: Boss
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3930
Regulation Name: Bone Grafting Material
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: NPM
Dated: May 14, 2026
Received: May 15, 2026
Dear Kyonghoon Shin:
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.
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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 Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, ISO 13485 clause 7.3 (Design controls), ISO 13485 clause 8.3 (Nonconforming product), ISO 13485 clause 8.5.2 (Corrective action), and ISO 13485 clause 8.5.3 (Preventative action). Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QMSR requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (ISO 13485 clause 7.3 and ISO 13485 clause 7.5) and document changes and approvals in the Medical Device File (ISO 13485 clause 4.2.3).
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 (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-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (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.
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For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
for Andrew 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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Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120
Expiration Date: 07/31/2026
See PRA Statement below.
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
K253723
Device Name
BOSS
Indications for Use (Describe)
- Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge
- Filling of infrabony periodontal defects
- Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy
- Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge
- Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor
- Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)
- Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR).
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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| **MedPark** Your Reliable Partner | **510(k) SUMMARY** | Revision No. | 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | Revision Date | June-16-2026 |
| | **BOSS** | Page | 1 / 6 |
**Submitter**
MedPark Co., Ltd.
KyoSung Lee
24, Nakdong-daero 1570 beon-gil,
Buk-gu, Busan
Republic of Korea
Email: qm@medpark.net
Phone: +82-51-301-8777
Fax: +82-50-5877-7778
**Official Correspondent**
MedPark Co., Ltd.
KyoSung Lee
Busan Venture tower 606-ho,
22, Mora-ro, Sasang-gu,
Busan, Republic of Korea
Email: qm@medpark.net
Phone: +82-51-301-8777
Fax: +82-50-5877-7778
**Device Information**
- Trade Name: BOSS
- Common Name: Bone Grafting Material
- Classification Name: Bone Grafting Material, Animal Source
- Device Panel: Dental
- Regulation Number: 21 CFR 872.3930
- Product Code: NPM
- Device Class: Class II
- Date Prepared: June/16/2026
**Primary Predicate**
The subject device is substantially equivalent to the following predicate device
- K122894, Geistlich Bio-Oss® manufactured by Geistlich Pharma AG
**Reference Device**
- K231672, S1 manufactured by MedPark Co., LTD
**Indication for Use**
BOSS is intended for the following uses:
- Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge
- Filling of infrabony periodontal defects
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| MedPark Your Reliable Partner | 510(k) SUMMARY | Revision No. | 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | Revision Date | June-16-2026 |
| | BOSS | Page | 2 / 6 |
- Filling of defects after root resection, apicocectomy, and cystectomy
- Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge
- Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor
- Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)
- Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR)
### Device Description
BOSS is intended for filling and augmentation of bony voids and gaps in maxillofacial surgery, implantology, and periodontology according to the intended use of the product.
BOSS is serving as a matrix consisting of interconnected macro- and micropores. The material is porous and has inner surface area.
BOSS consists of Hydroxyapatite (HAp).
Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is made from bovine cancellous bone and is mineralized hydroxyapatite.
The bone particle size is 0.2 ~ 1.0mm for the powder type and 1.0 ~ 2.0 mm for the chip type.
BOSS is packaged in vials and it is supplied sterile by gamma irradiation and is for single use only.
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| **MedPark** Your Reliable Partner | **510(k) SUMMARY** | Revision No. | 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | Revision Date | June-16-2026 |
| | **BOSS** | Page | 3 / 6 |
### Summary of Technological Characteristics
| Descriptive Information | | Subject Device | Primary Predicate | Reference Predicate | Remark |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **K number** | | K253723 | K122894 | K231672 | |
| **Manufacturer** | | MedPark Co., Ltd. | Geistlich Pharma Ag | MedPark Co., Ltd. | |
| **Model (Device name) / Type (Product name)** | | BOSS | Bio-Oss® | S1 | |
| **Product Code** | | NPM | NPM | NPM | Same |
| **Regulation number** | | 21CFR872.3930 | 21CFR872.3930 | 21CFR872.3930 | Same |
| **Target Population** | | Adults | Adults | Adults | Same |
| **Anatomical site** | | Oral, periodontal | Oral, periodontal | Oral, periodontal | Same |
| **Device Design** | **Source Bone** | Bovine bone - Cancellous | Bovine bone - Cancellous | Bovine bone - Cancellous | Similar |
| | **Particle size range** | 0.2 – 1.0 mm 1.0 – 2.0 mm | 0.25 – 1.0 mm 1.0 – 2.0 mm | 0.2 – 1.0 mm 1.0 – 2.0 mm | Similar |
| | **Form** | Granules | Granules | Granules | Same |
| | **Reusable** | Single Use only | Single Use only | Single Use only | Same |
| | **Sterilization** | Gamma Irradiation | Gamma Irradiation | Gamma Irradiation | Same |
| **Composition of Materials** | **Chemical composition** | Hydroxyapatite | Hydroxyapatite | Hydroxyapatite with excipient vehicle of pharmaceutical grade quality (hydroxypropyl-methylcellulose) | Different (Biocompatibility, animal performance, and bench testing was performed to demonstrate substantial equivalence.) |
| **Physical Properties** | **Phase purity** | $$Ca_5(PO_4)_3(OH)$$ ($$\geq 95\%$$) | $$Ca_5(PO_4)_3(OH)$$ ($$\geq 95\%$$) | $$Ca_5(PO_4)_3(OH)$$ ($$\geq 95\%$$) | Same |
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| **MedPark** Your Reliable Partner | **510(k) SUMMARY** | Revision No. | 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | Revision Date | June-16-2026 |
| | **BOSS** | Page | 4 / 6 |
| Shelf-life | 5 years | 3 years | 2 years | Different BOSS has real-time stability report supporting a 5-year shelf life. |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Biocompatibility** | Yes | Yes | Yes | Same |
| **Indication for use** | BOSS is intended for the following uses: • Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge; • Filling of infrabony periodontal defects; • Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy; • Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge; • Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor; • Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR); and • Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR). | Bio-OSS® is intended for the following uses: • Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge; • Filling of infrabony periodontal defects; • Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy; • Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge; • Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor; • Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR); and • Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR). | S1 is intended for the following uses: • Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge; • Filling of infrabony periodontal defects; • Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy; • Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge; • Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor; • Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR); and • Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR). | Same |
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| MedPark Your Reliable Partner | 510(k) SUMMARY | Revision No. | 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | | Revision Date | June-16-2026 |
| | BOSS | Page | 5 / 6 |
### Similarity and Equivalence Discussion
Device characteristics with the Primary predicate device, such as intended use, general shape, sizes, structure, fundamental technologies and applied production method are equivalent.
- The new device has the same intended use (as discussed above).
- The main material of both the primary predicate device and BOSS is the Hydroxyapatite (HAp).
- Through the Biocompatibility Test and Animal Performance Test, it was verified that the safety and performance of BOSS are equivalent to the Primary Predicate device.
### Non-clinical testing data
- The subject device was evaluated its substantial equivalence through physical tests according to ISO 13779-3:2018 as the below table.
| Test Item | Methods/Standards | Criteria | Result |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Crystallinity Ratio | ISO 13779-3 | The crystallinity ratio should be more than 95%. | 100 % |
| Ca/P ratio | ISO 13779-3 | Ratio of calcium (Ca) and phosphate (P) must be 1.66±0.1. | 1.66 |
| Hydroxyapatite(HAp) Contents | ISO 13779-3 | The content of Hydroxyapatite(HAp) should be more than 97 wt%. | 100 wt% |
| Heavy metals | ASTM F1581-08, ISO 13779-3 | As ≤ 3 mg/kg Pb ≤ 30 mg/kg Hg ≤ 5 mg/kg Cd ≤ 5 mg/kg (The total contents of heavy metal shall be less than 50 mg/kg.) | As: Not Detected Pb: 0.8 mg/kg Hg: 0.012 mg/kg Cd: Not Detected |
- Sterilization Validation Test according to ISO 11137-1:2006/Amd.2:2018, ISO 11137-2:2013, ISO 11137-3:2017, ISO 11737-1:2018, ISO 11737-2:2019
- Packaging and shelf-life testing according to ISO 11607-1:2019, ISO 11607-2:2019, ASTM F1980-16, ASTM F1140/F1140M-13), ASTM F1929-15, ASTM F2096-11, ASTM F88/F88M-15, ASTM D4169-22, ISO 13779-3:2018, USP
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| Your Reliable Partner | 510(k) SUMMARY | Revision No. | 1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
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| | BOSS | Page | 6 / 6 |
- Biocompatibility testing according to ISO 10993-1:2018, ISO 10993-3:2014, ISO 10993-4:2017, ISO 10993-5:2009, ISO 10993-6:2016, ISO 10993-10:2010 and ISO 10993-11:2017, ISO 10993-12:2012, USP (151)
● Medical devices utilizing animal tissues and their derivatives according to ISO 22442-1:2020, ISO 22442-2:2020
● Virus Inactivation Testing according to ISO 22442-3:2007
BOSS was the subject of the full range of biocompatibility test recommended in the FDA's "Class II Special Controls Guidance Documents: Dental Bone Grafting Devices" and in accordance with ISO 10993-1. Test results confirmed product safety. In addition, virus inactivation study was conducted. Further, the product is sterilized to achieve a sterility assurance level SAL 1 X10-6.
The results of these studies confirm the substantial equivalence of BOSS to its predicate device.
### Animal Test
The performance of the beagle mandibular defect model (15 mm Length/mesiodistally x 10 mm Depth/apicocoronally, saddle type defect) was compared to the performance of the predicate device, Bio-Oss®. Radiographic, Micro CT, Histology and Histomorphometry analyses were conducted following implantation at 4, 8, and 12 weeks for the subject device, predicate device and negative control to assess bone formation, device resorption and local effects of implantation per ISO10993-6.
The predicate device Bio-Oss® and the subject device BOSS were compared in the preclinical study, and the results demonstrated substantially equivalent performances under intended uses.
## Conclusion
BOSS constitutes a substantially equivalent medical device, meeting all the declared requirements of its intended use. This system has the same intended use and fundamental scientific technology as its predicate devices. The conclusions drawn from the nonclinical tests demonstrate that the device is substantially equivalent to its predicate devices.
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