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InjuryEFS

WATER PIK WATER FLOSSER

Received May 22, 2020 · Event occurred May 4, 2020

Report 1712259-2020-00003 · MDR key 10083051

Device

Generic name

Oral Irrigator

Manufacturer

Water Pik, Inc.

Model number

WP560

Product problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

Patient

Not reported

  • Tooth Fracture
  • Tooth Fracture

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CUSTOMER CLAIMS USE OF FLOSSER CHIPPED FRONT TOOTH. CUSTOMER CLAIMS SHE WAS NOT AWARE OF ANY PREEXISTING CONDITIONS THAT COULD HAVE WEAKENED TOOTH. CUSTOMER RETURNED AND REFUNDED PRODUCT VIA SELLER, REFUSED UPGRADE/ALTERNATE PRODUCT. CUSTOMER STATED HER DENTAL PROFESSIONAL WOULD FORWARD STATEMENT PROMPTING WATERPIK TO PAY FOR REPAIR OF DAMAGED TOOTH.

Remedial action

  • Other