Biomet 3i recalls certain Healing Abutments (lot 1228842, 1230153) due to potential 30-degree rotation error affecting dental implants. Affected users should contact for details.
Resulting impression or scanned data produced from the Healing Abutment lots will result in an incorrect rotation of approximately 30 degrees and/or margin contour misalignment
Biomet 3i is recalling specific Healing Abutments that may cause incorrect tooth alignment during dental implant procedures. This could lead to improper healing or the need for additional surgery.
The Healing Abutment may rotate incorrectly by up to 30 degrees during use, causing misalignment with the tooth. This can lead to improper healing or the need for additional dental procedures.
Dental patients who received the recalled Healing Abutments (lot numbers 1228842 or 1230153) are most at risk. These items were sold in the U.S. between 2022 and 2023.
Check for the model: 3.4mm diameter x 3.8mm width x 3mm height. Look for lot numbers 1228842 or 1230153 on the packaging or product.
Identify the lot number on the product packaging or label to confirm if it's affected.
The abutment may rotate incorrectly by up to 30 degrees, causing misalignment with the tooth and potentially requiring additional dental procedures.
Check for lot numbers 1228842 or 1230153 on the product packaging or label.
No immediate action is needed, but you should check the lot number to confirm if it's affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Biomet 3i to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1366-2020 — Biomet 3i Biomet 3i Hello, I own a Biomet 3i that is covered by recall Z-1366-2020 from Biomet 3i. 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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