← Product Code [EJT](/productcode/EJT) · K983077 # BIO PONTOSTAR (K983077) _Bego U.S.A. · EJT · Oct 23, 1998 · Dental · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K983077 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Bego U.S.A. - **Product Code:** [EJT](/productcode/EJT.md) - **Decision Date:** Oct 23, 1998 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 872.3060 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Dental ## Indications for Use Bio PontoStar is a metal to ceramic type 4 alloy. ## Device Story Bio PontoStar is a type 4 dental alloy designed for metal-to-ceramic restorations. It serves as a substrate for ceramic application in dental prosthetics. Used by dental technicians in laboratory settings to fabricate crowns, bridges, or other dental restorations. The alloy provides structural support and a bonding surface for ceramic materials, enabling the creation of durable, aesthetic dental prostheses. It is a prescription-only device intended for professional use in dental restorative dentistry. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Type 4 dental alloy for metal-to-ceramic applications. Material composition is metallic, intended for casting/fabrication of dental prosthetics. No specific ASTM standards or software components described. ## Regulatory Identification A noble metal alloy is a device composed primarily of noble metals, such as gold, palladium, platinum, or silver, that is intended for use in the fabrication of cast or porcelain-fused-to-metal crown and bridge restorations. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control for these devices is FDA's “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Dental Noble Metal Alloys.” The devices are exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 872.9. See § 872.1(e) for availability of guidance information. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 OCT 2 3 1998 Mr. William J. Oremus General Manager BEGO U.S.A., Incorporated 1088 Main Street, Suite 200 Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860 K983077 Re : Bio PontoStar Trade Name: Requlatory Class: II Product Code: EJT Dated: Auqust 17, 1998 Received: September 2, 1998 Dear Mr. Oremus: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to 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 You may, therefore, Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). market the device, subject to the general controls provisions The general controls provisions of the Act of the Act. include reguirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions aqainst misbranding and adulteration. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Requlations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practice for Medical Devices: General (GMP) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic GMP inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations. {1}------------------------------------------------ Page 2 - Mr. Oremus This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling requlation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4692. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html". Sincerely yours, Patricia Cucurullo Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ Page__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ K983077 510(k) Number (if known): Bio Pontostar Device Name: Indications For Use: . . . . . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bio PontoStar is a metal to ceramic type 4 alloy. I is a medical device in accordance with Regulation 93/42 EEC. Class Iia according to Annex IX. (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE-CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) (Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number K983077 Prescription Use (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The-Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) ------ (Optional Format 1.2.06) --- **Source:** [https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K983077](https://fda-staging.innolitics.com/device/K983077) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices. 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