Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | PathFile | ProTaper Next |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | Conventional NiTi | M-Wire NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | M-Wire |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 3 | 6 |
| Taper | 2% | Variable |
| Cross-section | Square | Not specified by manufacturer, Off-centered rectangular |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Torque | — | 2 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
PathFile
multi-file mechanical glide path preparationcompanion to ProTaper Universal and ProTaper Gold shaping sequencesprogressive enlargement from #10 K-file to rotary-ready diameter
ProTaper Next
off-centered swaggering motionreduced file engagementprogressive shaping
Key Features
PathFile
Three-file rotary glide path sequence (013/.02, 016/.02, 019/.02) for progressive mechanical enlargement before shaping files
ProTaper Next
Off-centered rectangular cross-section creates swaggering motion for improved debris removal