510(k) · Cleared
ClearedCEPHX3D
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Orca Dental AI, Ltd. · QIH Automated Radiological Image Processing Software
Cleared on Mar 5, 2026 as substantially equivalent to K233925 (Relu BV, 2024) after a 205-day review. Its family tree reaches back 12 generations to 1996.
- Decided
- Mar 5, 2026
- Review
- 205 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- QIH
- Recalls
- None
- Predicates
- 1
Its longest line of descent runs back 12 generations to K954678 (1996). 29 ancestors in all, the oldest K924810 (1993). No later device cites it as a predicate yet.
- Root · 12 generations backK954678 Pro VisionAlgotec Systems, Ltd. · 1996
- 8 generations between
- 3 generations backK203156 DTX Studio ClinicNobel Biocare AB · 2020
- 2 generations backK213562 DTX Studio Clinic 3.0Nobel Biocare AB · 2022
- 1 generation backK233925 Relu CreatorRelu BV · 2024
- This deviceK252538 CEPHX3DOrca Dental AI, Ltd. · 2026
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- Root · 12 generations backK954678 Pro VisionAlgotec Systems, Ltd. · 1996
- 11 generations backK980648 Pro VisionAlgotec Systems, Ltd. · 1998
- 10 generations backK992654 Plug 'N View 3D, Version 1.0Voxar Limited · 1999
- 9 generations backK013878 Cybermed, Inc., V-WorksCybermed, Inc. · 2001
- 8 generations backK053155 VimplantCybermed, Inc. · 2005
- 7 generations backK070803 InvivodentalAnatomage, Inc. · 2007
- 6 generations backK123519 Invivo DentalAnatomage, Inc. · 2013
- 5 generations backK140713 Planmeca RomexisPlanmeca Oy · 2014
- 4 generations backK162799 CliniviewPalodex Group OY · 2017
- 3 generations backK203156 DTX Studio ClinicNobel Biocare AB · 2020
- 2 generations backK213562 DTX Studio Clinic 3.0Nobel Biocare AB · 2022
- 1 generation backK233925 Relu CreatorRelu BV · 2024
- This deviceK252538 CEPHX3DOrca Dental AI, Ltd. · 2026
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Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −12 | K954678 | Pro Vision | Algotec Systems, Ltd. | 1996 | — |
| −11 | K980648 | Pro Vision | Algotec Systems, Ltd. | 1998 | — |
| −10 | K992654 | Plug 'N View 3D, Version 1.0 | Voxar Limited | 1999 | — |
| −9 | K013878 | Cybermed, Inc., V-Works | Cybermed, Inc. | 2001 | — |
| −8 | K053155 | Vimplant | Cybermed, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −7 | K070803 | Invivodental | Anatomage, Inc. | 2007 | — |
| −6 | K123519 | Invivo Dental | Anatomage, Inc. | 2013 | — |
| −5 | K140713 | Planmeca Romexis | Planmeca Oy | 2014 | — |
| −4 | K162799 | Cliniview | Palodex Group OY | 2017 | — |
| −3 | K203156 | DTX Studio Clinic | Nobel Biocare AB | 2020 | — |
| −2 | K213562 | DTX Studio Clinic 3.0 | Nobel Biocare AB | 2022 | — |
| −1 | K233925 | Relu Creator | Relu BV | 2024 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K252538 | CEPHX3D | Orca Dental AI, Ltd. | 2026 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 4 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 | 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 QIH? 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 QIH device
- #1 K213998 cvi42 Auto Imaging Software Applicationscore 23.6 · 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K233925 | Relu CreatorSummary page 7…lation No: 892.2050 ● Documentation Level: Basic ● Panel: Radiology 4. Predicate Device(s): We claim substantial equivalence to the Relu Creator (K233925). Both devices share an identical intended use and a similar technological basis, allowing CephX3D to maintain an equiv… | 2024 |
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 30 years and passes through 9 companies; a new generation was cleared every 2.2 years on median.
- 2 of the 29 ancestors have a recall of any class.
- 3 other devices also cite its predicate K233925.
How does its category compare?
All QIH devicesQIH Automated Radiological Image Processing Software: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2026, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · QIH
94in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · QIH
150in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · QIH
1so far in 2026, the most since 2007
Class I (0 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · QIH
4in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code QIH, 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 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 145 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 19 | 125 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 25 | 134 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 45 | 151 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 64 | 141 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 94 | 150 | 0 | 4 |
| 2026 | 78 | 130 | 1 | — |
What is it indicated for?
CephX3D is a software program for the analysis of dental and craniomaxillofacial image information and can be used to provide design input for dental solutions. It processes and displays digital images from various sources to support the diagnostic process and treatment planning. It is intended for use in patients aged 12 and older.
Indications for use as stated in the FDA summary.
https://510kreport.com/device/K252538 · printed Nov 4, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K252538: CEPHX3D.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 4, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K252538
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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