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CriticalFDAfda-Z-1651-2014FIRE OR BURN

Gluma Desensitizer Power Gel Product Usage: Usage: This is a class 2 medical device. For reduction or elimination of pain in exposed...

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Units Affected
5,112
Recall Date
April 23, 2014
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Fire Or Burn

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1651-2014.

The firm discovered that the Gluma Desensitizer Power 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, face or eyes or the dental professional could be exposed. This would cause irritation, burning or blistering.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1651-2014.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Heraeus Kulzer, Llc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1651-2014.

Heraeus Kulzer, LLC.

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Heraeus Kulzer, Llc. Recall FAQ

Heraeus Kulzer, Llc. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Gluma Desensitizer Power Gel Product Usage: Usage: This is a class 2 medical device. For reduction or elimination of pain in exposed.... The notice was published on April 23, 2014 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 5,112 units are potentially affected.