510(k) · Cleared
ClearedCEPHX- Cephalometric Analysis Software
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Orca Dental AI, Ltd. · LLZ System, Image Processing, Radiological
Cleared on Jan 31, 2024 as substantially equivalent to K220903 (Assemblecircle Corp., 2022) after a 261-day review. Its family tree reaches back 9 generations to 1993. 1 later device descends from it.
- Decided
- Jan 31, 2024
- Review
- 261 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- LLZ
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 9 generations to K930527 (1993). 10 ancestors in all. 1 later device descends from it, 1 citing it directly.
- Root · 9 generations backK930527 Dental LinkEscan, Inc. · 1993
- 5 generations between
- 3 generations backK173094 OrthoVisionEwoosoft Co., Ltd. · 2017
- 2 generations backK192888 EzOrthoEwoosoft Co., Ltd. · 2020
- 1 generation backK220903 WebCephAssemblecircle Corp. · 2022
- This deviceK231396 CEPHX- Cephalometric Analysis SoftwareOrca Dental AI, Ltd. · 2024
- Descendant · cites it directly · 0 of its ownK243005 AudaxCeph Cephalogram Analysis SoftwareAudax D.O.O. · 2025
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- Root · 9 generations backK930527 Dental LinkEscan, Inc. · 1993
- 8 generations backK955237 Tigerscan/TigerviewTau Corp. · 1996
- 7 generations backK012439 Dentaleye 2 Dental Image Management SystemRadco Data AB · 2002
- 6 generations backK043104 Kodak Orthodontic Imaging and Oms Imaging 8.0Practiceworks, Inc. · 2005
- 5 generations backK122427 CS Orthodontic Imaging Software CS Oms Imaging SoftwareCarestream Dental, LLC · 2012
- 4 generations backK131570 OrthovisionEwoosoft Co., Ltd. · 2013
- 3 generations backK173094 OrthoVisionEwoosoft Co., Ltd. · 2017
- 2 generations backK192888 EzOrthoEwoosoft Co., Ltd. · 2020
- 1 generation backK220903 WebCephAssemblecircle Corp. · 2022
- This deviceK231396 CEPHX- Cephalometric Analysis SoftwareOrca Dental AI, Ltd. · 2024
Most influential descendants
Showing 1 of 1 · See all- K243005AudaxCeph Cephalogram Analysis SoftwareAudax D.O.O. · 2025 · cites it directly0descendants
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −9 | K930527 | Dental Link | Escan, Inc. | 1993 | — |
| −8 | K955237 | Tigerscan/Tigerview | Tau Corp. | 1996 | — |
| −7 | K012439 | Dentaleye 2 Dental Image Management System | Radco Data AB | 2002 | — |
| −6 | K043104 | Kodak Orthodontic Imaging and Oms Imaging 8.0 | Practiceworks, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −5 | K122427 | CS Orthodontic Imaging Software CS Oms Imaging Software | Carestream Dental, LLC | 2012 | — |
| −4 | K131570 | Orthovision | Ewoosoft Co., Ltd. | 2013 | — |
| −3 | K173094 | OrthoVision | Ewoosoft Co., Ltd. | 2017 | — |
| −2 | K192888 | EzOrtho | Ewoosoft Co., Ltd. | 2020 | — |
| −1 | K220903 | WebCeph | Assemblecircle Corp. | 2022 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K231396 | CEPHX- Cephalometric Analysis Software | Orca Dental AI, Ltd. | 2024 | — |
| +1 | K243005 | AudaxCeph Cephalogram Analysis Software | Audax D.O.O. | 2025 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 | 0 |
Descendants by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 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 LLZ? 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 LLZ device
- #1 K230955 syngo Application Softwarescore 21.5 · 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K220903 | WebCephSummary page 5…ation No: 892.2050 ● Class: II ● Panel: Radiology 4. PREDICATE DEVICE(S): Device Trade Name (proprietary name): WebCeph Clearence No.: K220903 Device Common Name: Medical Imaging Software Product Classification: ● Name: Medical image management and pro… | 2022 |
What descends from it? (1)
1 later device cites it directly; ranked here by how many devices descend from each in turn.
| Number | Device | Decided | Descendants |
|---|---|---|---|
| K243005 | AudaxCeph Cephalogram Analysis Software | 2025 | 0 |
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 31 years and passes through 8 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.8 years on median.
- None of the 10 ancestors has a recall.
- Of its descendants, K243005 (Audax D.O.O., 2025) has gone furthest, with 0 descendants of its own.
How does its category compare?
All LLZ devicesLLZ System, Image Processing, Radiological: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2024, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · LLZ
58in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · LLZ
173in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · LLZ
11in 2025
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · LLZ
116in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code LLZ, 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 | 76 | 36 | 20 | 152 |
| 2008 | 94 | 52 | 32 | 154 |
| 2009 | 70 | 62 | 21 | 145 |
| 2010 | 51 | 98 | 17 | 145 |
| 2011 | 106 | 79 | 30 | 454 |
| 2012 | 82 | 87 | 12 | 266 |
| 2013 | 95 | 84 | 64 | 1,130 |
| 2014 | 78 | 89 | 6 | 15,631 |
| 2015 | 64 | 90 | 16 | 211 |
| 2016 | 82 | 90 | 12 | 290 |
| 2017 | 78 | 107 | 5 | 104 |
| 2018 | 104 | 105 | 7 | 72 |
| 2019 | 74 | 107 | 2 | 88 |
| 2020 | 81 | 115 | 6 | 82 |
| 2021 | 83 | 116 | 3 | 70 |
| 2022 | 65 | 137 | 4 | 28 |
| 2023 | 87 | 157 | 8 | 26 |
| 2024 | 62 | 131 | 6 | 42 |
| 2025 | 58 | 173 | 11 | 116 |
| 2026 | 45 | 110 | 14 | — |
What is it indicated for?
CEPHX - Cephalometric Analysis Software is indicated for use by dentists who provide orthodontic treatment for image analysis, simulation, profilogram, VTO (Visual Treatment Objective), and patient consultation. Results produced by the software’s diagnostic, treatment planning and simulation tools are dependent on the interpretation of trained and licensed practitioners or dentists. The device is only for use on patients 14 years old and above.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K231396 · printed Nov 6, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K231396: CEPHX- Cephalometric Analysis Software.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 6, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K231396
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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