Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1387-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | KaVo Dental Technologies LLC |
| Report date | May 29, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 29, 2019 |
| Quantity | 211 devices |
| Location | Charlotte, NC, United States |
Official product description
DEXIS Titanium Intraoral Sensor Product Usage: The DEXIS Titanium Intraoral Sensor is a USB-driven sensor which is intended to acquire dental intraoral radiographic images. The DEXIS / KaVo sensor shall be operated by healthcare professionals, who are educated and competent to perform the acquisition of dental intra-oral radiographs. The DEXIS / KaVo sensor can be used either in combination with special positioning devices to facilitate positioning and alignment with the x-ray beam or it may also be positioned by hand with the assistance of the patient.
Why the product was recalled
The sensor's look up calibration files were incorrectly programmed during manufacturing, which can result in the reduction of image quality.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NV, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV and internationally to Canada.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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