Zimmer Dental recalls Tapered SwissPlus & SwissPlus Implant Systems surgical kits with specific lot numbers due to potential geometry issues that could prevent proper implant fixation. Affected users should contact the company for details.
The device may contain a manufacturing condition affecting the geometry of the driver's hex feature which prevents it from properly engaging the fixture mount transfer and/or a dental implant.
Zimmer Dental is recalling certain surgical kits for dental implants because a manufacturing issue might cause the implants to not attach properly. This could lead to complications during dental procedures.
The surgical kits may have a geometry problem in the driver's hex feature that doesn't connect correctly with the implant fixture. This could cause the implant to become loose or not stay in place during dental procedures.
Dental professionals who use Zimmer Dental Tapered SwissPlus & SwissPlus Implant Systems surgical kits with lot numbers 63666559 or 63705907 are most at risk. Patients receiving these implants may also be affected.
Check the label on the surgical kit for lot numbers 63666559 or 63705907. These kits were manufactured by Zimmer Dental Inc. in Carlsbad, California.
Look for lot numbers 63666559 or 63705907 on the surgical kit label.
Reach out to Zimmer Dental Inc. for further instructions on handling the recalled kits.
Lot numbers 63666559 and 63705907.
The surgical kits may have a geometry issue that prevents the driver from properly engaging the implant fixture, potentially causing improper implant placement.
No, but you should check the lot numbers and contact Zimmer Dental if you have the affected kits.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Dental to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0280-2018 — Zimmer Dental Zimmer Dental Hello, I own a Zimmer Dental that is covered by recall Z-0280-2018 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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