Zimmer Dental TSVTB11 Implant Vial Caps May Crack - Recall

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What happened, in plain English

Zimmer Dental is recalling Tapered Screw-Vent MT: Model TSVTB11 implant vial caps that may crack due to a manufacturing issue. This could lead to improper sealing of the vial, potentially causing contamination or leakage.

Why it’s dangerous

The vial caps may crack during manufacturing, which could lead to improper sealing. This might cause contamination or leakage of the dental implant solution, potentially affecting the safety of the procedure.

Who’s affected

Dental professionals using Zimmer Dental's TSVTB11 implant vial caps with lot number #63519794 are affected. Those handling the vials during dental procedures are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the lot number #63519794 on the vial cap. The unique device identifier (UDI) is (01)00889024019935 (17)211130 (10)63519794. This product was sold with Zimmer Dental's TSVTB11 model.

Brand
Zimmer Dental
Category
Medical device

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What to do — step by step

Check Vial Cap Lot Number
Look for the lot number #63519794 on the vial cap to confirm if it is affected.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The vial caps may crack during manufacturing, which could lead to improper sealing and potential contamination or leakage of the dental implant solution.

How can I check if my vial cap is affected?

Check for the lot number #63519794 on the vial cap. The unique device identifier (UDI) is (01)00889024019935 (17)211130 (10)63519794.

What should I do if I have the affected vial caps?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Dental directly for further instructions.

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Subject: Recall Z-0284-2018 — Zimmer Dental Zimmer Dental

Hello,

I own a Zimmer Dental that is covered by recall Z-0284-2018 from Zimmer Dental.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0284-2018 (November 20, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0284-2018 to see it in context.
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