Clinical Tip
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Specifications
| — | ProTaper Next | Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | Kerr Endodontics |
| Alloy | M-Wire NiTi | NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | M-Wire | Conventional |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 6 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | 8%, 6% |
| Cross-section | Not specified by manufacturer, Off-centered rectangular | Triangular |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 2 Ncm | 1.47 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
ProTaper Next
off-centered swaggering motionreduced file engagementprogressive shaping
Traverse
rotary glide path creationpairing with TF Adaptive systemfaster glide path vs hand files alone
Key Features
ProTaper Next
Off-centered rectangular cross-section creates swaggering motion for improved debris removal
Traverse
Rotary glide path system with orifice opener and two glide path file sizes — pre-sterilized, triangular cross-section, higher torsional resistance vs competitors (manufacturer comparison)