CFR - Code of Federal Regulations Title 21

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[Code of Federal Regulations]

[Title 21, Volume 8]

[CITE: 21CFR872.5560]

TITLE 21--FOOD AND DRUGS

CHAPTER I--FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

SUBCHAPTER H - MEDICAL DEVICES

PART 872 -- DENTAL DEVICES

Subpart F - Therapeutic Devices

Sec. 872.5560 Electrical salivary stimulatory system.

(a) Identification. An electrical salivary stimulatory system is a prescription intraoral device that is intended to electrically stimulate a relative increase in saliva production.

(b) Classification - Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:

(1) The design characteristics of the device must ensure that the device design, material composition, and electrical output characteristics are consistent with the intended use;

(2) Any element of the device that contacts the patient must be demonstrated to be biocompatible;

(3) Appropriate analysis and/or testing must validate electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety, including the safety of any battery used in the device;

(4) Software validation, verification, and hazard testing must be performed; and

(5) Documented clinical experience must demonstrate safe and effective use for stimulating saliva production by addressing the risks of damage to intraoral tissue and of ineffective treatment and must capture any adverse events observed during clinical use.

[80 FR 72586, Nov. 22, 2015]