In this event, a patient reported that she had experienced a swollen mucosa, heart problems and dizziness after a dental procedure that incorporated the use of fix adhesive liquid.The dentist was contacted and reported that they did not see any signs of a swollen mucosa during follow up several hours after the treatment or during a subsequent follow up the day after treatment.The dentist reported that the treatment of the impression tray with fix adhesive liquid was done by a dental assistant and there is a possibility of the contact of a larger quantity of liquid with the intraoral mucosa.
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While it is unknown if the device used in this case caused or contributed to the patient's symptoms, it is possible as allergic reactions to dental materials are known and reported, with medical consequence being dependent upon the severity of the individual allergic response and subsequent exposure to the same material.Therefore, this event meets the criteria for reportability per 21 cfr part 803.The device was not returned for evaluation and the lot number was not provided for retained-product testing and/or dhr review.Please note that while this product is not sold in the us, it is considered similar to products that are when taking into account composition and indications for use.
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