Tapered Screw-Vent® TSVTB10Recalls & reported problems
ZimVie US Corp LLC · Class 2 · Implant
All models of Tapered Screw-Vent (131)
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This ZimVie Tapered Screw-Vent dental implant has 531 adverse event reports, with no deaths and 509 injuries. Many reports describe bone loss around the implant, infection, and implants that loosened, fractured or had to be removed. One recall, now closed, began in November 2017 after two lots with different thread widths were mixed up during manufacturing.
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- Adverse event reports
- 512
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 490
- Recalls naming it
- 1
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 512 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00889024019928), received between Nov 27, 2019 and Sep 16, 2026 — classified as 490 injuries, 22 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Fracture” (50 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. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.
Reports received per month
Recalls naming this device
- Nov 29, 2017Class IITerminated
Two lots of the Tapered Screw-Vent Implants, with different outer thread diameters, were inadvertently commingled during the manufacturing process and may be mislabeled.
Z-1189-2018 · Root cause: Packaging process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem432
- Fracture50
- Separation Failure8
- Component Missing6
- Patient-Device Incompatibility6
- Loss of Osseointegration4
- Mechanical Problem4
- Unsealed Device Packaging4
Patient problems
- Unspecified Infection288
- Osteolysis233
- Pain160
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions82
- Inflammation76
- Abscess34
- Swelling/ Edema25
- Erosion23
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 512 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjurySep 16, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
It was reported that an implant was removed due to a bone loss at tooth site 29.Patient suffered from inflammation.
Patient problems: Inflammation; Osteolysis
MAUDE report 50784153 ↗InjurySep 15, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
It was reported that the patient experienced numbness for a whole week, and therefore implants #29 and #31 were removed. Doctor reported nerve injury. Paresthesia and edema were also reported.
Patient problems: Nerve Damage; Numbness; Paresthesia
MAUDE report 50770689 ↗InjurySep 15, 2026Fracture
It was reported that the patient went to the dentist office with the crown off the implant. The implant was found to be fractured and was therefore completely removed. Tooth site 29.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50770272 ↗InjuryAug 18, 2026Fracture
Patient was having an implant placed on #30 when doctor saw fracture at the top of implant #29.Implant at tooth site 30 was removed. New implant will be placed in 4 months.Patient had to have crown removed and implant removed with bone graft before a trip.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50300871 ↗InjuryJul 28, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
It was reported that the dental implant failed due to peri-implantitis. Pain was also reported.
Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 50051498 ↗InjuryJul 27, 2026Operating System Becomes Nonfunctional
It was reported the Implant at tooth site 8 became painful. Implant was removed due to bone loss.
Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain
MAUDE report 50037033 ↗InjuryJun 10, 2026Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #29 FRACTURED AND WAS REMOVED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25461967 ↗InjuryJun 8, 2026Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO IMPLANT FRACTURE. ISSUED DISCOVERED BY PATIENT'S GENERAL DENTIST. IMPLANT WAS REMOVED. TOOTH NUMBER 30. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: INFLAMMATION AND PAIN.
Patient problems: Inflammation; Pain
MAUDE report 25430744 ↗InjuryJun 1, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #4 WAS NOTED TO BE INFECTED. THE IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS, PAIN, EDEMA AND INFLAMMATION.
Patient problems: Abscess; Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25352155 ↗InjuryMay 29, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE PATIENT RETURNED FOR UNCOVER OF THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #13 AND AT THAT TIME THE IMPLANT WAS DEEMED INTEGRATED AND READY TO RESTORE. THE PATIENT RETURNED WITH CONCERN OF SENSITIVITY AROUND THE IMPLANT, A LOOSE CROWN, AND A "BLISTER" ON THE GUM TISSUE NEAR THE IMPLANT. IT WAS DETERMINED AT THAT TIME THAT THE IMPLANT HAD FAILED AND REQUIRED REMOVAL DUE TO BONE LOSS AND INFECTION. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS AND PAIN.
Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25331326 ↗InjuryMay 27, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #34 AND #35 WERE REMOVED DUE TO PERI-IMPLANTITIS. THE PROCEDURE WAS NOT COMPLETED WITH OTHER IMPLANTS.
Patient problems: Osteolysis; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25304815 ↗InjuryMay 26, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. DELAYED IMPLANT INFECTION STARTED FROM THE APEX OF THE IMPLANT. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS INFLAMMATION, PAIN AND SWELLING.
Patient problems: Inflammation; Pain; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25280808 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260737 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260697 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260676 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260625 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260611 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260560 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260540 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260500 ↗InjuryMay 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #4, #18, #19, #20, #22, #27, #29, #30 & #31 BECAME LOOSE AND WERE REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. ANTIBIOTICS WERE SUPERSCRIPTED ON THE EVENT DATE. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS.
Patient problems: Abscess; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25260448 ↗InjuryMay 14, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #21 WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: ABSCESS, PAIN, EDEMA AND INFLAMMATION.
Patient problems: Abscess; Pain; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25174817 ↗InjuryMay 14, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE IMPLANT AT TOOTH SITE #4 WAS REMOVED DUE TO INFECTION AND BONE LOSS. SYMPTOMS AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT: PAIN AND INFLAMMATION.
Patient problems: Osteolysis; Pain; Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 25170618 ↗InjuryMay 7, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT 3 IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #23, 25 AND 26 WERE REMOVED DUE TO A BONE LOSS. OSSEOINTEGRATED IMPLANTS FOR 6 MONTHS THAT HAVE COMPLETELY RESORBED THE BUCCAL BONE PLATE. PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED.
Patient problems: Osteolysis
MAUDE report 25109534 ↗InjuryMay 7, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT 3 IMPLANTS AT TOOTH SITES #23, 25 AND 26 WERE REMOVED DUE TO A BONE LOSS. OSSEOINTEGRATED IMPLANTS FOR 6 MONTHS THAT HAVE COMPLETELY RESORBED THE BUCCAL BONE PLATE. PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED.
Patient problems: Osteolysis
MAUDE report 25109279 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · each recall links to the FDA recall notice
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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