Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | ESX | ProGlider |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Brasseler USA | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | Electropolished NiTi | M-Wire NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | M-Wire |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 8 | 1 |
| Taper | Variable | 2% (variable progressive to 8.5% at D16) |
| Cross-section | Triangular (asymmetrical ACP) | Square |
| Speed | 500 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Torque | 1.5 Ncm | 2 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
ESX
minimally invasive two-file canal preparationconservative coronal tooth structure preservationcases where adaptive finishing file size selection is preferred
ProGlider
single-file mechanical glide pathcompanion to ProTaper Gold, ProTaper Next, ProTaper Ultimate, and Vortex Bluereplacing multi-file PathFile sequence
Key Features
ESX
Two-file shaping system with patented ACP (Alternating Contact Point) design and Booster Tip for minimally invasive canal preparation at 500-600 RPM
ProGlider
Single-file mechanical glide path with variable progressive taper (016/.02 to .085 at D16) for gentle canal enlargement before shaping