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ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2144-2019·Announced 2019-08-14

Biomet 3i Recalls Titanium Abutments Due to Manufacturing Defect

Biomet 3i is recalling 49 units of Certain Bellatek Titanium Abutments because a manufacturing defect prevents the screw from seating correctly.

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, and the source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Biomet 3i, LLC is recalling 49 units of Certain Bellatek Titanium Abutment 3.4mm (Item Number ILDAT3). These medical devices are intended for use as accessories to endosseous dental implants in the upper and lower jaws.

The recall was initiated because the screw stop ledge was not made to specification and location during manufacturing. This defect results in the screw head seating deeper in the abutment without a positive stop.

The affected units were distributed nationwide, as well as in Puerto Rico, Canada, and Australia. Patients and dental professionals should contact their dental provider or Biomet 3i for instructions on how to address the affected devices.

The recalled product

Product
CERTAIN(R) BELLATEK(R) TITANIUM ABUTMENT 3.4MM, Item Number ILDAT3 - Product Usage:BIOMET3i Restorative products are intended for use as an accessory to endosseous dental implants for placement in the maxilla and mandible
Manufacturer
Biomet 3i, LLC
Affected units
49

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 5 recalled by Biomet 3i, LLC 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 5 products in this recall →