In this event it was reported that a patient experienced swollen, red and painful gums after using integrity multi-care to fashion temporary crowns.The symptoms began one day after placing the temporary crowns.Three weeks later the temporary crowns were removed and the permanent crowns were placed.After the permanent crows were placed, the patient's symptoms abated.
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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 consequences 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.
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