SEEK Caries Detection Device
510(k) K953526Ref 1804
Active
Valid until
Not listed
FDA recalls
None foundTrust
Unverified
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Union | CE/MDR EUDAMED | Number0883205-TF012AJ 00883205103116 | Date28 May 2026 | StatusActive |
| United States | GUDID listing GUDID | Number00883205103116 | Date22 Sep 2016 | StatusListed |
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE 510(k) | NumberK953526 | Date5 Sep 1995 | StatusActive |
Certificates
EUDAMED lists no certificate for this device's Basic UDI-DI.
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
- European Union
- United States
Specification
- Full name
- Seek
- Generic Name
- Dental caries detector, optical induced fluorescence
- Device Name
- Seek & Sable Seek
- Model / Ref / Catalog
- 1804
- Primary DI / UDI-DI
- 00883205103116
- Basic UDI-DI
- 0883205-TF012AJ
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- LFC 510(k)EBF GUDID
- EMDN Code
- Q010199 Conservative dentistry and endodontics devices - other
- GMDN Term
- Dental caries detector, optical induced fluorescence
- Device Class
- Class IIa EUDAMEDClass II 510(k)GUDID
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 872.1740 510(k)872.3690 GUDID
- EU market of registration
- Germany
- Advisory Committee
- Dental
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent
- GUDID distribution status
- In Commercial Distribution
Truth per registry
| Field | EUDAMED | 510(k) | GUDID |
|---|---|---|---|
| FDA Product Code | — | LFC | EBF |
| Device Class | Class IIa | Class II | Class II |
| Regulation Number | — | 872.1740 | 872.3690 |
Overview
AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026
The SEEK is a caries detection device classified as a Class II medical device under the FDA’s dental nomenclature. It employs advanced diagnostic technology to identify early-stage dental caries by detecting demineralization in tooth enamel, enabling precise detection of sub-surface lesions that may not be visible through conventional visual or radiographic examination.
This device is supplied as a reusable diagnostic instrument, intended for use in dental offices and clinics. It requires no sterilization between uses as it is designed for direct application to teeth without patient contact. The SEEK adheres to FDA 510(k) clearance and EU MDR compliance, with regulatory classification under the product code LFC (Dental Caries Detection Devices). No MRI safety information is specified, and the device is not single-use.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
How does the SEEK device help detect dental caries that might be missed by standard visual or X-ray exams?
The SEEK device uses advanced diagnostic technology to detect early-stage dental caries by identifying demineralization in tooth enamel. Unlike conventional visual or radiographic methods, it can pinpoint sub-surface lesions that may not be visible through standard examinations, enabling earlier and more precise caries detection.
Is the SEEK device single-use or reusable, and what does that mean for my practice’s workflow?
The SEEK is designed as a reusable diagnostic instrument, meaning it can be used multiple times without requiring sterilization between patients. This is because it is intended for direct application to teeth without patient contact, simplifying workflow and reducing processing time compared to single-use devices.
What regulatory pathways does the SEEK follow, and how does that affect its use in dental offices?
The SEEK is cleared under the FDA’s 510(k) pathway as a Class II medical device, with a product code of LFC (Dental Caries Detection Devices). It also complies with EU MDR requirements, ensuring it meets both U.S. and European regulatory standards for caries detection devices. This classification confirms its safety and effectiveness for use in dental offices and clinics.
Are there different sizes or models of the SEEK device, and how do I determine which one to use?
The SEEK device is supplied as a single reusable diagnostic instrument, with no mention of multiple sizes or models in the provided data. It is designed for general use in dental offices and clinics, so no additional selection is required beyond ensuring compatibility with your practice’s workflow.
Properties
Other properties (21)
- Sterile: No
- Single Use: No
- Implantable: No
- Reusable: No
- Contains Latex: No
- Reprocessed: No
- CMR Substance: No
- Human-derived: No
- Human Tissues: No
- Animal Tissues: No
- Endocrine Disruptor: No
- Administering Medicine: No
- Measuring Function: No
- Incorporates Medicinal Product: No
- Over-the-Counter: No
- Convenience Kit: No
- Combination Product: No
- HCT/P: No
- Premarket Exempt: No
- Serial Number: No
- Manufacturing Date: No