The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0783-2016·Announced 2016-02-17

Zimmer Dental Implants Recalled for Omitted Safety Information in Instructions

Zimmer Dental Inc is recalling specific Trabecular Metal dental implants because safety information was missing from the instructions for use.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the hazard is a documentation error (omitted information in the IFU) rather than a physical defect or contamination, fitting the 'Moderate' criteria for minor labeling/documentation issues.

Plain-English summary

Zimmer Dental Inc is recalling 1,059 units of IMPLANT, MTX FULL 3.7 mm x 13 mm diameter 3.5 mm dental implants (Catalog #TMTB13). The recall involves specific lots (63193921 and 63236806) distributed worldwide, including in the United States and various international markets.

The recall was initiated because information specific to the 3.7 mmD and 4.1 mmD Trabecular Metal Zimmer Dental Implants was omitted from the latest revision of the applicable Instructions for Use (IFU). Specifically, this information was missing from the Indications, Contraindications, and Precautions sections. The implants are designed for use in the maxilla or mandible for immediate loading or loading after a conventional healing period.

Healthcare providers and patients who have received these specific implants should contact Zimmer Dental Inc for further instructions on how to proceed. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall, indicating a reasonable probability that the use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
IMPLANT,TM, MTX FULL 3.7 mm x 13 mm diameter 3.5 mm Catalog #TMTB13 Product Usage: Zimmer Dental implant systems are designed for use in the maxilla or mandible for immediate loading or for loading after a conventional healing period. Implants may be used to replace one or
Manufacturer
Zimmer Dental Inc
Affected units
1,059

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot # 63193921 63236806

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 31 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 13 recalled by Zimmer Dental Inc under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 13 products in this recall →