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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

3M Fast Release Varnish, 5% Sodium Fluoride, Mint Flavor, Rx Only, single use. 200 pack, with each package containing 1 0.40 ml varnish and 1 applicator brush. Product is applied to tooth surfaces for sealing dentinal tubules and treatment of hypersensitive teeth.

Reported: November 7, 2018 Initiated: July 6, 2018 #Z-0368-2019

Product Description

3M Fast Release Varnish, 5% Sodium Fluoride, Mint Flavor, Rx Only, single use. 200 pack, with each package containing 1 0.40 ml varnish and 1 applicator brush. Product is applied to tooth surfaces for sealing dentinal tubules and treatment of hypersensitive teeth.

Reason for Recall

Product has an unpleasant flavor due to a manufacturing process error resulting in an extraneous material being introduced into the product.

Details

Units Affected
73 units (200 pack)
Distribution
US distribution to states of: CA, FL, IN, NV, PA, TN, TX and WA.
Location
Saint Paul, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
3M Fast Release Varnish, 5% Sodium Fluoride, Mint Flavor, Rx Only, single use. 200 pack, with each package containing 1 0.40 ml varnish and 1 applicator brush. Product is applied to tooth surfaces for sealing dentinal tubules and treatment of hypersensitive teeth.. Recalled by 3M Company - Health Care Business. Units affected: 73 units (200 pack).
Why was this product recalled?
Product has an unpleasant flavor due to a manufacturing process error resulting in an extraneous material being introduced into the product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 7, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0368-2019.