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zenith 40 phosphoric acid gel
Foremost Dental Mfg.
Summary: Zenith 40 Phosphoric Acid Gel is a dental etching gel used primarily in restorative dentistry. It is utilized by dental professionals to prepare tooth surfaces for bonding procedures.
FDA Clearance Information
Pathway 510K
Number K890464 ↗
Decision Date February 13, 1989
Product Code EBC
Device Class Class 2
Evidence 35 studies
The Zenith 40 Phosphoric Acid Gel was cleared through the FDA 510(k) pathway on February 13, 1989. Manufactured by Foremost Dental Mfg., it is classified as a Class 2 device under product code EBC.
What It Is
Zenith 40 Phosphoric Acid Gel is a dental etching agent containing phosphoric acid. It is designed to roughen the enamel surface, enhancing the adhesion of dental materials such as composite resins. This gel is typically applied to the tooth surface for a short duration before rinsing off, creating a suitable bonding surface for restorative procedures.
Clinical Applications
This gel is commonly used in restorative dentistry during procedures such as filling cavities, placing veneers, or bonding orthodontic brackets. It is primarily used by general dentists and orthodontists in both private practice and clinical settings. The patient population includes individuals requiring dental restorations or orthodontic treatments.
Indications for Use
The FDA-cleared indications for this gel involve its use as an etching agent to prepare tooth surfaces for bonding. It is suitable for patients undergoing restorative dental procedures where enhanced adhesion of materials is necessary.
Practical Considerations
Zenith 40 Phosphoric Acid Gel is typically available in syringes or bottles for easy application. It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions for application time to avoid over-etching. Compatibility with various dental materials should be considered to ensure optimal bonding results.
Linked Studies (20)
PubMed • 2025
Outcomes of patients with acute complicated type B aortic dissections repaired with the Zenith dissection endovascular system compared to aortic stent graft.
Vascular
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2025
Gingival zenith level, position, and symmetry: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
The Journal of prosthetic dentistry
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2024
Expert-Based Narrative Review on Contemporary Use of an Off-The-Shelf Multibranched Endograft for Endovascular Treatment of Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysms: Device Design, Anatomical Suitability, Technical Tips, Perioperative Care, Clinical Applications, and Real-World Experience.
Annals of vascular surgery
View Source → PubMed • 2024
Exploring atmospheric optical turbulence: observations across zenith angles.
Applied optics
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2024
Cook Zenith Alpha Endograft: A Protocol to Minimise Limb Graft Occlusion.
European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2024
Gingival Zenith Correction by Laser Gingivectomy.
Cureus
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2023
A Retrospective Evaluation of Intra-Prosthetic Thrombus Formation After Endovascular Aortic Repair in Cook Zenith Alpha and Medtronic Endurant II Patients.
European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
Retrospective View Source → PubMed • 2023
Emergent endovascular treatment options for thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm.
Seminars in vascular surgery
View Source → PubMed • 2023
Commentary: Data zenith.
The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
View Source → PubMed • 2022
Placement of a Zenith® Dissection Endovascular System in the Descending Thoracic Aorta Can Hamper Further Surgical Aortic Operations.
EJVES vascular forum
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2022
Midterm outcomes of aneurysm repair with the Cook Zenith Alpha abdominal endovascular graft.
Journal of vascular surgery
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2021
Comparison of anatomic feasibility of three different multibranched off-the-shelf stent-grafts designed for thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms.
Journal of vascular surgery
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2021
New Technical Approach to Overcome Anatomical Challenges During Branched Endovascular Aortic Repair with off-the-Shelf Multibranched Stent-Grafts: Are We Sequentially and Progressively Scraping the Sky? : Commentary on "Sequential catheterization and progressive deployment of the Zenith tBranchTM device for branched endovascular aortic aneurysm repair".
Cardiovascular and interventional radiology
View Source → PubMed • 2021
Kinematic Zenith Tropospheric Delay Estimation with GNSS PPP in Mountainous Areas.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
View Source → PubMed • 2020
Five-year results from the Study of Thoracic Aortic Type B Dissection Using Endoluminal Repair (STABLE I) study of endovascular treatment of complicated type B aortic dissection using a composite device design.
Journal of vascular surgery
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2020
Physician-Modified Endograft With Double Inner Branches for Urgent Repair of Supraceliac Para-Anastomotic Pseudoaneurysm.
Journal of endovascular therapy : an official journal of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2019
Device profile of the Zenith Dissection Endovascular System for aortic dissection.
Expert review of medical devices
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2016
Thoracic endovascular aortic repair for complicated chronic type B aortic dissection in a patient on hemodialysis with recurrent ischemic colitis.
Surgical case reports
Case Series View Source → PubMed • 2015
Surgeon custom-made iliac branch device to salvage hypogastric artery during endovascular aneurysm repair.
Journal of Korean medical science
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source → PubMed • 2014
Experience of the Zenith Dissection Endovascular System in the emergency setting of malperfusion in acute type B dissections.
Journal of vascular surgery
RCT|prospective|retrospective|case Series|other View Source →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zenith 40 Phosphoric Acid Gel used for?
Zenith 40 Phosphoric Acid Gel is used to etch tooth surfaces to enhance the adhesion of dental materials during restorative procedures.
What specialties typically use this device?
General dentists and orthodontists typically use this device in restorative and orthodontic procedures.
What are the FDA-cleared indications?
The gel is indicated for use as an etching agent to prepare tooth surfaces for bonding in dental restorative procedures.
Disclaimer: This page compiles publicly available regulatory and published clinical evidence for educational reference.
It does not constitute medical advice, product endorsement, or a recommendation for clinical use.
Always consult manufacturer documentation and clinical judgment for patient care decisions.