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Tapered Screw-Vent® TSVM4B10Recalls & reported problems

ZimVie US Corp LLC · Class 2 · Implant

Data updated Oct 13, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

Quick summary

This Tapered Screw-Vent dental implant is placed in the jawbone to hold a replacement tooth. Many reports describe peri-implantitis, a gum and bone infection around the implant that in several cases led to removal, and some describe fractures or bone loss. The 159 reports include no deaths and 146 injuries. The one recall, begun in May 2018 and now closed, concerned incorrect item, lot and size numbers on the inner package labels.

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Adverse event reports
160
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
147
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 160 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00889024019621), received between Nov 15, 2019 and Sep 28, 2026 — classified as 147 injuries, 13 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Fracture” (12 reports).

1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.

Reports received per month

Nov 2023: 2 reportsDec 2023: 2 reportsJan 2024: 0 reportsFeb 2024: 3 reportsMar 2024: 3 reportsApr 2024: 0 reportsMay 2024: 4 reportsJun 2024: 2 reportsJul 2024: 2 reportsAug 2024: 1 reportsSep 2024: 1 reportsOct 2024: 3 reportsNov 2024: 6 reportsDec 2024: 1 reportsJan 2025: 1 reportsFeb 2025: 2 reportsMar 2025: 2 reportsApr 2025: 1 reportsMay 2025: 8 reportsJun 2025: 4 reportsJul 2025: 1 reportsAug 2025: 1 reportsSep 2025: 0 reportsOct 2025: 2 reportsNov 2025: 3 reportsDec 2025: 6 reportsJan 2026: 2 reportsFeb 2026: 1 reportsMar 2026: 3 reportsApr 2026: 5 reportsMay 2026: 2 reportsJun 2026: 0 reportsJul 2026: 0 reportsAug 2026: 0 reportsSep 2026: 1 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports2024202520268
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Recalls naming this device

  1. May 10, 2018Terminated

    Dental implants have incorrect item/lot numbers and size on the inner package labeling. Correct item/lot numbers and size are on the outer package labeling.

    Z-2963-2018 · Root cause: Labeling mix-ups · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem134
  • Fracture12
  • Separation Failure5
  • Component Missing3
  • Mechanical Problem3
  • Device Markings/Labelling Problem1
  • Loss of Osseointegration1
  • Packaging Problem1

Patient problems

  • Unspecified Infection105
  • Osteolysis61
  • Inflammation36
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions30
  • Pain26
  • No Information10
  • Abscess6
  • Swelling/ Edema6

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 160 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • InjurySep 28, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Doctor reported that implant was removed due to Peri-implantitis.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 50913375 ↗
  • InjuryMay 15, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #35 FAILED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. THE PROCEDURE WAS NOT COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER IMPLANT.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 25189194 ↗
  • MalfunctionMay 14, 2026Separation Failure

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE MOUNT DOES NOT DISENGAGE. PROCEDURE COMPLETED. TOOTH LOCATION 31 BONE TYPE III.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 25170423 ↗
  • InjuryApr 30, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    DOCTOR REPORTED THAT IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE 16 WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. SITE PRESENTED AN ABSCESS.

    Patient problems: Abscess; Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 25040931 ↗
  • InjuryApr 28, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    DOCTOR REPORTED THAT IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES 23 AND 25 WERE REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 25012256 ↗
  • InjuryApr 28, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    DOCTOR REPORTED THAT IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES 23 AND 25 WERE REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 25012004 ↗
  • InjuryApr 13, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT ON EXAM, INFECTION AND TENDERNESS WAS NOTED AT THE REGION AROUND THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #4. THE IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: INFLAMMATION.

    Patient problems: Inflammation; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 24865537 ↗
  • InjuryApr 3, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #37 WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. THE DOCTOR REPORTED THE PRESENCE OF GRANULAR TISSUE AROUND THE IMPLANT. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: INFLAMMATION.

    Patient problems: Inflammation; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 24781768 ↗
  • InjuryMar 26, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE 46 WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS.PATIENT BONE TYPE: II.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 24697503 ↗
  • InjuryMar 16, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    NO FURTHER EVENT INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 24604151 ↗
  • InjuryMar 5, 2026Fracture

    THE DOCTOR REPORTS THAT THE DENTAL IMPLANT FAILED BECAUSE IT FRACTURED AT THE HEAD. THE DOCTOR REPORTS THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS NOT CONCLUDED BY PLACING ANOTHER IMPLANT.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24517220 ↗
  • InjuryFeb 2, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. INFECTION ON EXAM #29 AND TENDERNESS AT THE REGION. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: INFLAMMATION.

    Patient problems: Inflammation; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 24241118 ↗
  • InjuryJan 30, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. PROGRESSIVE BONE AND LOSS AND DEVELOPMENT OF INFECTION AT SITE. TOOTH NUMBER 4. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.

    Patient problems: Erosion; Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 24226436 ↗
  • InjuryJan 6, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    NO ADDITIONAL EVENT INFORMATION RECEIVED AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain

    MAUDE report 23981814 ↗
  • InjuryDec 23, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    NO FURTHER EVENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.

    Patient problems: Erosion; Sinus Perforation; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23878667 ↗
  • InjuryDec 22, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE # 23 WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS.

    Patient problems: Inflammation; Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23868607 ↗
  • InjuryDec 20, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE # 35 WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: PAIN AND INFLAMMATION.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23858586 ↗
  • InjuryDec 12, 2025Fracture; Fracture

    NO FURTHER EVENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.

    Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available

    MAUDE report 23795296 ↗
  • InjuryDec 9, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION ON EXAM #13 AND TENDERNESS AT THE REGION. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: INFLAMMATION.

    Patient problems: Inflammation; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23756813 ↗
  • InjuryDec 4, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #14 WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: PAIN.

    Patient problems: Pain; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23716772 ↗
  • InjuryNov 26, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS WERE REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: PAIN.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23660026 ↗
  • InjuryNov 26, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23655866 ↗
  • InjuryNov 14, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE DENTAL IMPLANT LOCATED IN TOOTH SITE #47 FAILED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS.

    Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23557651 ↗
  • InjuryOct 29, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    NO ADDITIONAL EVENT INFORMATION RECEIVED AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.

    Patient problems: Pain; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23414313 ↗
  • InjuryOct 23, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT AN UNKNOWN TOOTH SITE WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. CLINICAL NOTES INDICATED THAT AN ACTIVE INFECTION, ALONG WITH A PUS POCKET, WAS DRAINING ON THE B AND THAT THE IMPLANT WAS FAILING. IT WAS ALSO NOTED THAT THE BUCCAL WALL WAS COLLAPSING. THE IMPLANT WAS REMOVED AND THE BONE AREA WAS GRAFTED. THE PATIENT WAS EXPECTED TO RETURN FOR AN IMPLANT REPLACEMENT. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS, EDEMA AND INFLAMMATION.

    Patient problems: Erosion; Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 23369714 ↗

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