Biomet Healing Abutment Recall: Incorrect Rotation Risk

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Recalling firmBiomet 3i, LLC4555 Riverside Dr, N/A · Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410-4200

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What happened, in plain English

Biomet is recalling specific Healing Abutments that may cause dental implants to rotate incorrectly by up to 30 degrees. This could lead to misaligned margins and improper healing.

Why it’s dangerous

The Healing Abutment may produce scanned data that rotates dental implants by about 30 degrees. This misalignment can cause improper healing and margin contour issues.

Who’s affected

Dental patients with the recalled Healing Abutments (model IEHA456, Lot 1229560) are affected. Patients with dental implants are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model number IEHA456 and lot number 1229560 on the Healing Abutment. The product size is 4.1mm diameter x 5mm height x 6mm depth.

Brand
Biomet
Category
Medical device

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What to do — step by step

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Look for the model number IEHA456 and lot number 1229560 on the Healing Abutment.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific model number for this recall?

The model number is IEHA456.

What lot numbers are affected?

Lot number 1229560 is affected.

How does this recall affect dental implants?

The recall involves Healing Abutments that may cause dental implants to rotate incorrectly by up to 30 degrees, potentially leading to misaligned margins and improper healing.

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Subject: Recall Z-1377-2020 — Biomet Biomet

Hello,

I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1377-2020 from Biomet.

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-1377-2020 (January 10, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1377-2020 to see it in context.
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Biomet 3i, LLC recalls CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 5MM(P) X 6MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA456

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