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PathFile vs RECIPROC

Dentsply Sirona · VDW GmbH

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PathFile™

Dentsply Sirona

Three-File Mechanical Glide Path Sequence

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Reciproc®

VDW GmbH

Original Single-File Reciprocation

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Clinical Tip

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

Specifications

Specifications comparison: PathFile vs RECIPROC
PathFileRECIPROC
ManufacturerDentsply SironaVDW GmbH
AlloyConventional NiTiM-Wire NiTi
Heat TreatmentConventionalM-Wire
MotionContinuous RotationReciprocating
Files33
Taper2%Variable
Cross-sectionSquareS-shaped
Speed300 RPM
Torque
Use TypeSingle-useSingle-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

RECIPROC

original RECIPROC workflowsingle-file reciprocating shapingroutine to moderately complex anatomy with careful glide-path control

Key Features

PathFile

Three-file rotary glide path sequence (013/.02, 016/.02, 019/.02) for progressive mechanical enlargement before shaping files

RECIPROC

Original single-file reciprocating concept with dedicated RECIPROC motor setting and three apical size options