{"product_id":"cerkamedreddetector","title":"Cerkamed RED DETECTOR | Caries Detector Dye 2ml","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ts-caries-page {\n    margin-top: 28px;\n    color: #1f1f1f;\n    font-size: 15px;\n    line-height: 1.65;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-page * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-hero {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f7f5f1 0%, #ffffff 100%);\n    border: 1px solid #e4ddd2;\n    border-radius: 20px;\n    padding: 30px;\n    margin-bottom: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-eyebrow {\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.08em;\n    font-size: 12px;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    color: #7a6044;\n    margin: 0 0 8px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-hero h2 {\n    font-size: 30px;\n    line-height: 1.18;\n    margin: 0 0 12px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-hero p {\n    max-width: 900px;\n    margin: 0;\n    font-size: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-badges {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    gap: 8px;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-badges span {\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border: 1px solid #ddd3c4;\n    border-radius: 999px;\n    padding: 7px 12px;\n    font-size: 13px;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n    gap: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-card {\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e0d8;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 22px;\n    box-shadow: 0 8px 22px rgba(0,0,0,0.04);\n    margin-bottom: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-card h3 {\n    font-size: 21px;\n    line-height: 1.25;\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-card p {\n    margin: 0 0 12px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-card p:last-child {\n    margin-bottom: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-card ul,\n  .ts-caries-card ol {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding-left: 18px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-card li {\n    margin-bottom: 7px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-note {\n    background: #1f1f1f;\n    color: #ffffff;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-note h3 {\n    color: #ffffff;\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n    font-size: 21px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-note p {\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-note p:last-child {\n    margin-bottom: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-specs {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n    gap: 16px;\n    margin-bottom: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-specs div {\n    background: #f7f5f1;\n    border: 1px solid #e4ddd2;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 20px;\n    min-width: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-specs strong {\n    display: block;\n    font-size: 13px;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.06em;\n    color: #7a6044;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-specs span {\n    display: block;\n    line-height: 1.55;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-warning {\n    background: #fff7f2;\n    border: 1px solid #ebc7b8;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 22px;\n    margin-bottom: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-warning h3 {\n    font-size: 21px;\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-warning p {\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-warning p:last-child {\n    margin-bottom: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-faq h2 {\n    font-size: 24px;\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-faq details {\n    border: 1px solid #e5e0d8;\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    padding: 14px 16px;\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n    background: #ffffff;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-faq summary {\n    cursor: pointer;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-faq p {\n    margin: 10px 0 0;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-links {\n    background: #f7f5f1;\n    border: 1px solid #e4ddd2;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 20px;\n    margin-top: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-links h3 {\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n    font-size: 20px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-links p {\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\n  }\n\n  .ts-caries-pill {\n    display: inline-block;\n    margin: 6px 8px 6px 0;\n    padding: 8px 12px;\n    border-radius: 999px;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border: 1px solid #ddd3c4;\n    color: #1f1f1f !important;\n    text-decoration: none !important;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  @media screen and (max-width: 768px) {\n    .ts-caries-hero {\n      padding: 22px;\n    }\n\n    .ts-caries-hero h2 {\n      font-size: 24px;\n    }\n\n    .ts-caries-grid,\n    .ts-caries-specs {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-caries-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ts-caries-eyebrow\"\u003eCerkamed RED DETECTOR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaries Detector Dye for Locating Carious Dentine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerkamed RED DETECTOR is a red caries detector dye for professional dental use. It helps clinicians identify carious dentine during cavity preparation, supporting more controlled caries removal while helping preserve healthy tooth tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-caries-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCerkamed\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRed caries detector dye\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2ml syringe\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDisposable brush applicators\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eConservative caries removal\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eProfessional dental use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelps identify carious dentine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED DETECTOR contains a red dye that penetrates tissue affected by caries and stains it red. This helps the clinician visually distinguish carious dentine during cavity preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for locating caries lesions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStains caries-affected dentine red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports controlled caries removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps preserve healthy tooth structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful during restorative cavity preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConservative restorative workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaries detector dye can be particularly useful where the aim is careful, selective and conservative removal of carious tissue rather than excessive removal of sound dentine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful in deep caries management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports visual assessment during excavation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan assist teaching and clinical demonstration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps guide decision-making during cavity preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-use brush applicators supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-note\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eToothsaver clinical view\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaries detector dye should be used as an adjunct to clinical judgement, not as a substitute for it. The aim is to support controlled caries removal while preserving tooth structure where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn deep caries cases staining should be assessed alongside dentine hardness, moisture, colour, proximity to the pulp, symptoms, radiographic findings and the overall restorative plan. Consider to use in conjunction with Ceraburs, MI stainless steel burs from Mani, Onefil PT and you restorative materials of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCerkamed RED DETECTOR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical category\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCaries detector dye for restorative dentistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e4-ethylo rhodamine, propylene glycol and surfactants.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack format\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2ml syringe with disposable brush applicators.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLocating caries lesions and identifying carious dentine.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCerkamed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow RED DETECTOR is used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the manufacturer's instructions for use and your own clinical protocol. The general manufacturer workflow is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove visible carious lesions according to your clinical approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare the disposable brush applicator according to the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply one drop of RED DETECTOR to the area being assessed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait 5–10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrrigate and dry the cavity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAreas stained bright red indicate carious dentine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue clinical assessment and caries removal as appropriate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical clinical uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocating residual carious dentine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep caries management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelective caries removal workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestorative cavity preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinical teaching and demonstration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting minimally invasive dentistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant interpretation points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA caries detector dye is a guide rather than a definitive diagnosis by itself. Clinical judgement remains essential, especially close to the pulp or when managing deep carious lesions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the staining result alongside tactile assessment, dentine hardness, symptoms, radiographs and your planned restorative endpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned to help preserve healthy tissue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED DETECTOR is intended to increase safety during caries removal by helping the clinician locate carious dentine and preserve healthy tooth tissue. This makes it a useful adjunct in conservative restorative dentistry and deep caries management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps make carious dentine easier to see\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports controlled caries excavation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan reduce unnecessary removal of healthy dentine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful when visibility and decision-making are important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-warning\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant safety information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED DETECTOR is for professional dental use only. Do not use in patients with hypersensitivity to the product components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product can irritate the eyes. Use rubber dam where appropriate, disposable gloves, safety goggles or a visor, and protective clothing when handling the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe syringe is intended for multiple use, but the disposable brush applicator is single-use only. Reusing applicators may create a risk of reinfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in the original packaging below 25°C. Once opened, close the syringe securely after each use and follow the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy Cerkamed RED DETECTOR from Toothsaver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToothsaver is a clinician-led UK dental supplier focused on practical endodontic and restorative products. We select products based on their usefulness in real clinical workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCerkamed red caries detector dye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2ml syringe format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisposable brush applicators included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for conservative caries removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable alongside deep caries, restorative and isolation products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is Cerkamed RED DETECTOR used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED DETECTOR is used for locating caries lesions. The red dye permeates carious tissue and stains it red, helping the clinician identify carious dentine during cavity preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat colour does the caries detector dye stain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED DETECTOR stains carious dentine red. After application, irrigation and drying, bright red areas indicate carious dentine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long should RED DETECTOR be left on the tooth?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerkamed's instructions describe applying one drop, waiting 5–10 seconds, then irrigating and drying the cavity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is supplied in the pack?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is supplied as a 2ml syringe with disposable brush applicators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does RED DETECTOR contain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer lists the composition as 4-ethylo rhodamine, propylene glycol and surfactants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan caries detector dye replace clinical judgement?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It should be used as an adjunct. The staining result should be interpreted alongside dentine hardness, symptoms, radiographs, cavity depth and the restorative plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the syringe single-use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is intended for multiple use, but the brush applicator is single-use only. The applicator should not be reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho should use this product?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRED DETECTOR is for professional dental use only and should be used by a dentist or appropriately trained dental professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ts-caries-links\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated restorative products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore related Toothsaver products for deep caries management, restorative dentistry and isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"ts-caries-pill\" href=\"\/collections\/restorative\"\u003eRestorative dentistry\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"ts-caries-pill\" href=\"\/collections\/composite-and-core-materials\"\u003eComposite \u0026amp; core materials\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"ts-caries-pill\" href=\"\/collections\/rubber-dam-and-clamps\"\u003eRubber dam \u0026amp; clamps\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"ts-caries-pill\" href=\"\/collections\/burs\"\u003eBurs\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"ts-caries-pill\" href=\"\/collections\/cerkamed\"\u003eCerkamed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cerkamed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43996157280513,"sku":"48024074880513","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0462\/8938\/7688\/files\/IMG-1493.jpg?v=1692007904","url":"https:\/\/toothsaver.co.uk\/products\/cerkamedreddetector","provider":"Toothsaver.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}