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MalfunctionNDP

ANK RATCH-INS. INSTR. SHORT

Received Jul 21, 2026 · Event occurred Jun 11, 2026

Report 3013111692-2026-22648 · MDR key 25888310

Device

Generic name

Accessories, Implant, Dental, Endosseous

Catalog number

17-5031

Product problems

  • Mechanical Problem

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

DENTSPLY SIRONA BECAME AWARE OF A MALFUNCTION FOR SAME/SIMILAR DEVICES THAT COULD HAVE POSSIBLY CAUSED OR CONTRIBUTED TO A SERIOUS INJURY. PRODUCTS RETURN IS REQUESTED AND WILL BE EVALUATED AFTER RECEIPT. IN CASE ANY NEW OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE GAINED FROM THIS INVESTIGATION A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE SENT. TREND IS TRACKED AND MONITORED.

Description of Event or Problem

IT WAS REPORTED THAT THERE WAS A TOOL MALFUNCTION WHERE THE INSTRUMENT NO LONGER HAS RETENTION.