Inter-Med recalls Vista Dental CanalClean Endodontic Irrigation Kits with potential bung degradation from bleach exposure. Affected lots include 2018-1192 to 2019-0047. Stop using if you have these specific lot numbers.
The affected lots may be packaged in syringes which include an incorrect bung. The incorrect bung is made of a latex-free isoprene rubber material. After prolonged storage and exposure to contained solutions, the rubber bung may degrade due to chemical interaction with the bleach solution.
Inter-Med is recalling Vista Dental CanalClean Endodontic Irrigation Kits because the syringe bungs may degrade when exposed to bleach solutions over time. This could lead to leaks or contamination if the kit is used after the bung degrades.
The syringe bungs are made of a latex-free isoprene rubber that can degrade when exposed to bleach solutions over time. This degradation may cause leaks or contamination if the kit is used after the bung degrades.
Dental professionals who own or use the recalled Vista Dental CanalClean kits with specific lot numbers (2018-1192 to 2019-0047) are affected. The risk is low for most users since the degradation requires prolonged storage and bleach exposure.
Check the lot numbers on the packaging: 2018-1192, 2018-1473, 2018-1742, 2018-1999, 2018-2386, 2018-2741, or 2019-0047. The product includes two irrigation tips and a micro aspirator.
Look for lot numbers 2018-1192, 2018-1473, 2018-1742, 2018-1999, 2018-2386, 2018-2741, or 2019-0047 on the packaging.
The syringe bungs may degrade when exposed to bleach solutions over time, potentially causing leaks or contamination.
No, the recall is for specific lot numbers. If you have the listed lot numbers, check the bung for signs of degradation before use.
The bung may be degraded if it shows signs of chemical interaction with the bleach solution, but the recall record does not specify visual indicators.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Inter-Med to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0011-2020 — Inter-Med Inter-Med Hello, I own a Inter-Med that is covered by recall Z-0011-2020 from Inter-Med. 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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