[Recalled] SnapLink, Ref Part No. 438-2190, L6R SnapLink, Slot .022, TQ--28, Ang +2, Rot +2, Qty 10, Made in Mexico, CE 0086, Rx Only — The action is being taken due to an increase in complaints relating to the lowe… | FDA 2020-01-17

A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: The action is being taken due to an increase in complaints relating to the lower buccal tube slide doors not staying close. In the event of functional failure, broken/damage buccal tubes it may cause the tooth to rotate, possibly delay treatment and inconvenience the patient and clinician. If not noticed it may extend treatment by approximately 1 -3 months.

This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

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