A single-ended #23 explorer used to detect caries, calculus, and enamel irregularities by tactile feel. The sharp, fine tip gives clinicians confident detection of surface defects during routine examinations.
- Sharp, fine tip for high tactile sensitivity
- Detects caries, calculus, and enamel defects
- Supports accurate restorative treatment planning
- AISI 304 and hardened J2 stainless steel, fully autoclavable
FAQs
What is the #23 explorer used for?
It detects caries, calculus, and surface irregularities on the tooth by tactile feel during routine examination.
Is this suitable for margin checks on restorations?
Yes, its fine tip is also useful for evaluating the margins of existing restorations.
What material is this instrument made from?
The handle is corrosion-resistant AISI 304 stainless steel and the working end is hardened Japanese-standard J2 stainless steel, each chosen for its job: rust-resistant handling and a hard, precise working end that keeps its shape through repeated autoclave cycles.
A standard part of every basic examination kit, alongside mirrors and probes.
Manufactured by InstruDental, UK specialists in dental hand instruments.
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