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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Geistlich Bio-Oss Pen, Sterile cancellous granules in an applicator, 0.25-1.mm 0.25g, For single use only, Part Number 20115 - Product Usage: Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge; Filling of infrabony periodontal defects; Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy and cystectomy; Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge; Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor, etc.

Z-2145-2019

April 12, 2019

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Geistlich Pharma North America, Inc.
Event
Event 82636
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
244,268 total
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2145-2019

Official wording

Reason: When unscrewing the green cap from the pen, a visible piece of green plastic was seen on the outer barrel of the pen.

Code information: Lots: 81600759, 81700193, 81700810, 81701004, 81800288, 81800862, 81900056.

Distribution pattern: US Nationwide distribution.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    When unscrewing the green cap from the pen, a visible piece of green plastic was seen on the outer barrel of the pen.