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Health product recall

Gluma Desensitizer Powergel (2014-04-23)

Starting date:
April 23, 2014
Posting date:
June 5, 2014
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-39811

Recalled Products

Gluma Desensitizer Powergel

Reason

The gel can be inadvertently extruded from the application syringe all at once when it is supposed to extrude on the desired area a small amount at a time. If extruded all at once, product could reach the dental patients mucosa and patient or user face or eyes

Affected products

Gluma Desensitizer Powergel

Lot or serial number

Not applicable

Model or catalog number

66043451

Companies
Manufacturer

Heraeus Kulzer GmbH

Gruner Weg 11

Hanau,Germany

63450