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Helioseal F Sealant Refill 1 x 1.25 g, REF 558519AN, and Helioseal F Assortment (kit) 5 x 1.25 g, REF 558518AN. Dental sealant. -- ivoclar vivadent clinical --- Helioseal F Refill is provided in a syringe packed sealed foil bag. Helioseal F is a light-curing, white-shaded fissure sealant featuring fluoride release. Helioseal fissure sealants are suitable for the sealing of pits, fissures and foramina caeca.

FDA Recall Z-0213-2016 · Posted 2015-11-04

Recalling FirmIvoclar A. G.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeEBC
Date Initiated2015-10-07
Date Terminated2016-06-14
Product QuantityDomestic: 337 units

Reason for Recall

A defect occurred in the production process of Helioseal F Sealant; the particles in the faulty component seem to be larger than the size defined in the formula. This results in difficulties during extrusion of the material.

Firm Action

Ivoclar Vivadent sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Letter dated October 7, 2015, with Response Forms via Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested. Dealers were also contacted via telephone/e-mail and informed to expect the letter. Dealers are requested to check their stock and return any affected material for credit, plus notify their customers of the recall. For questions, please contact Ivoclar Vivadent Customer Service at 1-800-533-6825.

Root Cause

Under Investigation by firm

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution including NJ, PA, SC, FL, IN, IA, WI, IL, MO, TX, CA and WA.

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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