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FDA Device recall Z-0120-2013

The brand name of the device is Damon 3MX Bicuspid Bracket, an orthodontic bracket

On 2012-10-31 the FDA classified a Class III recall of The brand name of the device is Damon 3MX Bicuspid Bracket, an orthodontic bracket by Ormco Sybronendo, citing the firm initiated the recall as a result of a misidentification of the brackets. Damon 3MX Bicuspid Brackets are produced with a purple colored ID dot to identify them as maxilla….

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0120-2013
ClassificationClass III
Statusterminated
Initiated2012-04-24
Published2012-10-31
Last updated2026-09-13 11:53 UTC
CompanyOrmco Sybronendo
DistributionUS

Product

The brand name of the device is Damon 3MX Bicuspid Bracket, an orthodontic bracket. Part Number 494-4491, Description -Damon 3MX Bicuspid Bracket, Lot Number - 011265039 Product Usage: Damon 3MX Bicuspid Brackets are intended to be a fixed attachment on a tooth which holds an archwire during orthodontic treatment.

Reason

The firm initiated the recall as a result of a misidentification of the brackets. Damon 3MX Bicuspid Brackets are produced with a purple colored ID dot to identify them as maxillary bicuspid brackets; however the affected lot of product listed below was produced with dark blue colored ID dots, which identified them as maxillary central incisor brackets.

Identifiers

code_infoPart Number 494-4491, Description -Damon 3MX Bicuspid Bracket, Lot Number - 011265039

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0120-2013%22

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