Medical device manufacturer, Nobel Biocare issued a medical device safety alert concerning NobelProcera Abutment Zr for Straumann Bone Lvl NC 3.3.

Nobel Biocare has become aware through customer complaint that selected abutments of NobelProcera Abutment Zr for Straumann Bone Lvl NC 3.3 have been machined incorrectly. The abutment consists of a Zirconia portion and an Adapter portion that fits into the implant. The Adapter portion was machined larger than specifications. The abutment will therefore not fit into the implant.

If you are in possession of the affected products, please contact your supplier for necessary actions.

Posted on 13 July 2012