# K220751: Straumann BLX Temporary Abutment, VITA CAD-Temp, PMMA

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Institut Straumann AG
- Decided: Jun 2, 2022 after 79 days
- Product code: NHA (Abutment, Implant, Dental, Endosseous)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 872.3630
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 16 generations back to K960026 (1996). 121 ancestors in all.
1 later device descends from it; 1 cites it directly.
0 of 123 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- K173961: Straumann BLX Implant System, Institut Straumann AG (2018) Summary page 5.

## Most influential descendants
- K251220: NUVENTUS NV.C™ Prosthetic Components (2025), 0 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
Straumann® temporary prosthetic components are indicated to be used prior to the insertion of the final components to maintain, stabilize, and shape the soft tissue during the healing phase. They must not be placed in occlusion. Straumann® temporary abutments are indicated to be placed into Straumann® dental implants to provide a support structure for the functional and esthetic oral rehabilitation of partially edentulous patients with temporary crowns and bridges.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K220751
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology