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One Shape vs ProGlider

Micro-Mega (COLTENE) · Dentsply Sirona

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One Shape®

Micro-Mega (COLTENE)

Single-File Rotary Simplicity

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ProGlider®

Dentsply Sirona

Mechanical Glide Path in One File

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Clinical Tip

Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.

Specifications

Specifications comparison: One Shape vs ProGlider
One ShapeProGlider
ManufacturerMicro-Mega (COLTENE)Dentsply Sirona
AlloyConventional NiTiM-Wire NiTi
Heat TreatmentConventionalM-Wire
MotionContinuous RotationContinuous Rotation
Files11
Taper6%2% (variable progressive to 8.5% at D16)
Cross-sectionVariable asymmetric (3→2 cutting edges)Square
Speed350 RPM300 RPM
Torque2.5 Ncm2 Ncm
Use TypeSingle-useSingle-use

Best For

One Shape

single-file rotary simplicityefficient continuous rotation shapingcost-effective one-instrument workflow

ProGlider

single-file mechanical glide pathcompanion to ProTaper Gold, ProTaper Next, ProTaper Ultimate, and Vortex Bluereplacing multi-file PathFile sequence

Key Features

One Shape

Single-file continuous rotation with variable asymmetric cross-section (3 to 2 cutting edges) and ABC anti-breakage control

ProGlider

Single-file mechanical glide path with variable progressive taper (016/.02 to .085 at D16) for gentle canal enlargement before shaping