Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | ProGlider | VDW.ROTATE |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | VDW GmbH |
| Alloy | M-Wire NiTi | Heat-Treated NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | M-Wire | Other |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 1 | 13 |
| Taper | 2% (variable progressive to 8.5% at D16) | Variable |
| Cross-section | Square | Adapted S |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 300–400 RPM |
| Torque | 2 Ncm | 1.3–3.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Reusable (limited) |
Best For
ProGlider
single-file mechanical glide pathcompanion to ProTaper Gold, ProTaper Next, ProTaper Ultimate, and Vortex Bluereplacing multi-file PathFile sequence
VDW.ROTATE
simplified 3-file workflowversatile pecking or brushing techniquebroad canal size range with extended files
Key Features
ProGlider
Single-file mechanical glide path with variable progressive taper (016/.02 to .085 at D16) for gentle canal enlargement before shaping
VDW.ROTATE
3-file basic sequence with adapted S cross-section and file-specific heat treatment