Ivoclar Vivadent IPS e.max ZirCAD Ceramic Restorations May Crack During Sintering

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What happened, in plain English

Ivoclar Vivadent is recalling certain ceramic dental restorations that can crack during the sintering process. This hazard could lead to restoration failure or injury if the crack causes a break in the dental restoration.

Why it’s dangerous

The ceramic restorations may crack during the sintering process, which is when the material is heated to fuse it into a final shape. This crack could cause the restoration to break, potentially leading to injury or the need for additional dental work.

Who’s affected

Dentists and dental labs using the specific ceramic restorations for IPS e.max ZirCAD CAD/CAM systems. Those most at risk are users who have the product number 686193 or lot number Y48711.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product number 686193 or lot number Y48711 on the ceramic restorations. These items are intended for IPS e.max ZirCAD CAD/CAM dental technology systems.

Brand
Ivoclar Vivadent
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for product number 686193 or lot number Y48711 on the ceramic restorations.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The ceramic restorations may crack during the sintering process, which could lead to failure or injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check for product number 686193 or lot number Y48711. If you have these items, contact Ivoclar Vivadent for further instructions.

Is there a risk of serious injury?

The recall states that restorations may crack during sintering, but it does not specify a risk of serious injury. The hazard level is low risk.

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Subject: Recall Z-1837-2020 — Ivoclar Vivadent Ivoclar Vivadent

Hello,

I own a Ivoclar Vivadent that is covered by recall Z-1837-2020 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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1837-2020 (April 13, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1837-2020 to see it in context.
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Ivoclar Vivadent AG recalls Ivoclar Vivadent IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/inLab LT A1 C17/5 -ceramic for dental use, intended for IPS e.max ZirCAD

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