Ivoclar Vivadent recalls IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/in. Prime A1 C17/5 zirconium oxide blocks that may crack after sintering, risking restoration fractures in patients.
Defective blocks may show cracks after sintering If cracks are unnoticed, restorations may fracture in the patient's mouth and require restoration
Ivoclar Vivadent is recalling IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/in. Prime A1 C17/5 zirconium oxide blocks that may crack after sintering. If cracks are not noticed, restorations could fracture in the patient's mouth, requiring additional dental work.
Defective blocks may develop cracks after sintering. If these cracks are not detected, the dental restorations could fracture inside the patient's mouth, leading to the need for additional dental procedures.
Dentists and dental labs using these blocks for making dental restorations. Patients receiving restorations made from these blocks are at risk if cracks cause fractures.
Check for the batch numbers Z067J5, Z067J6, Z06CBD, or Z06CBF on the blocks. These blocks were sold with the article number 758437.
Inspect the blocks for visible cracks after sintering.
The blocks may crack after sintering, which could lead to restorations fracturing in the patient's mouth.
Check for cracks after sintering. If cracks are present, contact your dental lab or manufacturer for guidance.
Yes, if cracks are not noticed, restorations could fracture in the patient's mouth, requiring additional dental work.
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Subject: Recall Z-1704-2024 — Ivoclar Vivadent Ivoclar Vivadent Hello, I own a Ivoclar Vivadent that is covered by recall Z-1704-2024 from Ivoclar Vivadent. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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