The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0890-2022·Announced 2022-04-13

Customized Brius orthodontic devices recalled for design control failure

Brius Technologies is recalling 13 customized metal orthodontic appliances that were sold and distributed prior to completing the required design control process and documentation.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II medical device recall involving products released without completing required design control and documentation. No illnesses or injuries have been reported, but unvalidated design represents a risk-of-harm situation for patients using these customized orthodontic appliances.

Plain-English summary

Brius Technologies Inc. is recalling customized Brius metal orthodontic appliances, including brackets and pontics. These devices were sold and distributed prior to completing the standard design control process and required documentation.

The recall affects 13 customized devices with various product codes, distributed to California, DC, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Texas. The devices are prescription-only, non-sterile, custom-made products.

Patients who received these customized orthodontic appliances should contact their orthodontist or dental care provider to determine if their specific device is included in this recall. Healthcare providers should consult with Brius Technologies Inc. for guidance on appropriate follow-up actions.

The recalled product

Product
Customized Brius Appliances (custom metal orthodontic devices); BRIUS , RX Only, Non-Sterile, Custom Made Device, ID: 52345400UL
Manufacturer
Brius Technologies Inc.
Hazard
  • design-control-failure

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 (13)

  • 523600 .40Bn Upper
  • 523738 .20BB Upper
  • 523927 .20Bn Upper
  • 524181 .01bl Lower
  • 524284 00U Upper
  • 524284 .01bn Upper
  • 524490 .02bn Upper
  • 524896 .00BB Upper
  • 525258 .00Bn Upper
  • 523431 .20U
  • 523431 .30U
  • 523431 .50U
  • 523431 .70U

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.