510(k) · Cleared
ClearedZ5m (t)
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Z-Systems AG · DZE Implant, Endosseous, Root-Form
Cleared on Jul 31, 2015 as substantially equivalent to K120793 (Z-Systems AG, 2012) after a 206-day review. Its family tree reaches back 4 generations to 2002.
- Decided
- Jul 31, 2015
- Review
- 206 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- DZE
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 4 generations to K022562 (2002). 8 ancestors in all. No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 4 generations backK022562 Various Branemark System Implants-Immediate Function IndicationNobel Biocare AB · 2002
- 3 generations backK061971 Zirconia ImplantNobel Biocare AB · 2007
- 2 generations backK093595 Ceraroot Implant SystemOral Iceberg S.L. · 2011
- 1 generation backK120793 Z-LOOK3 Evo SLMZ-Systems AG · 2012
- This deviceK150021 Z5m (t)Z-Systems AG · 2015
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −4 | K022562 | Various Branemark System Implants-Immediate Function Indication | Nobel Biocare AB | 2002 | — |
| −3 | K061971 | Zirconia Implant | Nobel Biocare AB | 2007 | — |
| −2 | K093595 | Ceraroot Implant System | Oral Iceberg S.L. | 2011 | — |
| −1 | K120793 | Z-LOOK3 Evo SLM | Z-Systems AG | 2012 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K150021 | Z5m (t) | Z-Systems AG | 2015 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
Planning a device in DZE? A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new DZE device
- #1 K211090 ZENEX Implant Systemscore 25.4 · 15 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (1)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K120793 | Z-LOOK3 Evo SLMSummary page 5…ices, Z5m(t) is substantially equivalent in indications and design principles to the following legally marketed devices: Primary Predicate Z-Systems AG, Z-Look3 Evo SLM, K120793 Reference Devices Z-Systems AG, Z5c, K132881; and Implant Direct Sybron Manufacturing LLC, Legacy3 6 mm Length Implants, K131097.… | 2012 |
| † | K132881 | Z5C | 2014 |
| † | K131097 | LEGACY3 6MM Length Implants | 2013 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (0 Class I)
No FDA recall names this device.
No ancestor or descendant has a Class I recall.
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 13 years and passes through 3 companies; a new generation was cleared every 3.8 years on median.
- None of the 8 ancestors has a recall.
- 4 other devices also cite its predicate K120793.
How does its category compare?
All DZE devicesDZE Implant, Endosseous, Root-Form: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2015, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · DZE
31in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · DZE
184in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · DZE
1in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · DZE
465,788in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code DZE, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 43 | 107 | 11 | 225 |
| 2008 | 61 | 118 | 4 | 393 |
| 2009 | 41 | 110 | 3 | 164 |
| 2010 | 34 | 162 | 3 | 360 |
| 2011 | 26 | 194 | 0 | 362 |
| 2012 | 39 | 174 | 11 | 358 |
| 2013 | 42 | 195 | 1 | 391 |
| 2014 | 36 | 265 | 7 | 1,124 |
| 2015 | 36 | 215 | 3 | 2,894 |
| 2016 | 40 | 219 | 15 | 1,116 |
| 2017 | 48 | 223 | 4 | 9,719 |
| 2018 | 41 | 200 | 4 | 12,892 |
| 2019 | 31 | 231 | 8 | 167,016 |
| 2020 | 41 | 230 | 0 | 255,524 |
| 2021 | 34 | 182 | 6 | 479,618 |
| 2022 | 34 | 243 | 0 | 483,224 |
| 2023 | 35 | 248 | 0 | 537,585 |
| 2024 | 40 | 222 | 1 | 473,629 |
| 2025 | 31 | 184 | 1 | 465,788 |
| 2026 | 15 | 194 | 2 | — |
What is it indicated for?
Z5m(t) implants are designed for surgical implantation into the upper and lower jaw for the attachment of prosthodontic appliances to replace missing teeth. The Z5m(t) implant system is also suitable for patients with metal allergies and the chronic diseases resulting from them.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K150021 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K150021: Z5m (t).” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K150021
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026