Kuraray Caries Detector is a professional caries disclosing agent designed for conservative dentistry. It selectively stains non-remineralisable, infected carious dentine, enabling clinicians to precisely identify and excavate only the diseased tissue — while preserving healthy, remineralisable dentine and protecting pulp vitality.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Selective Staining – stains only non-remineralisable carious dentine, not healthy or remineralisable tissue
• Precise Caries Excavation – aids in complete removal of infected outer decalcified dentine layer
• Tissue Conservation – minimises unnecessary removal of healthy dentine, preserving pulp vitality
• Fast & Easy to Use – simple chairside application for efficient clinical workflow
• Supports minimally invasive and conservative dentistry principles

Indications:

• Caries detection and excavation guidance in direct restorative procedures
• Conservative cavity preparation in Class I–V restorations
• Minimally invasive dentistry (MID) protocols
• Paediatric and adult caries management

How to Use:

1. Apply Caries Detector to the cavity floor and walls after initial excavation.
2. Leave for 10 seconds, then rinse thoroughly.
3. Stained areas indicate non-remineralisable carious dentine – continue excavation until staining is eliminated.
4. Unstained dentine is healthy and should be preserved.

• ✓Giomer-based bulk-fill — no separate base layer needed
• ✓Fluoride-releasing and recharging for caries protection
• ✓Radiopaque — easily detectable on X-rays
• ✓Ideal for Class I and II cavities
• ✓4mm cure depth — saves chair time significantly
• ✓Low polymerization shrinkage — reduces sensitivity