# K090933: Bernhard-Forster GMBH Orthodontic Ceramic Brackets

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Forestadent Bernhard Forster GmbH
- Decided: Jun 5, 2009 after 64 days
- Product code: NJM (Bracket, Ceramic, Orthodontic)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 872.5470
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 3 generations back to K852179 (1985). 3 ancestors in all.
2 later devices descend from it; 2 cite it directly.
0 of 6 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K060837: IN-Ovation C, Dentsply International (2006) Summary page 1.

## Most influential descendants
- K141104: Truklear Bracket (2014), 0 descendants of its own
- K120471: Mach Brackets Bright Brackets (2012), 0 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
The device is intended for orthodontic movement of teeth. It is used temporarily and is removed after orthodontic treatment has been completed. The devices are intended to be single used only.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K090933
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology