Clinical Tip
ProTaper Next for robust shaping with off-centered design. TruNatomy for minimally invasive dentin preservation with slim 0.8mm MFD.
Specifications
| — | ProTaper Next | TruNatomy |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | M-Wire NiTi | Heat-Treated NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | M-Wire | Other |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 6 | 6 |
| Taper | Variable | Variable |
| Cross-section | Convex triangular, Off-centered rectangular | Off-centered parallelogram, Centered parallelogram (2 cutting edges) |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 2 Ncm | 1.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
ProTaper Next
off-centered swaggering motionreduced file engagementprogressive shaping
TruNatomy
dentin preservationconservative accessminimally invasive
Key Features
ProTaper Next
Off-centered rectangular cross-section creates swaggering motion for improved debris removal
TruNatomy
Slim 0.8mm MFD with off-centered parallelogram cross-section preserves peri-cervical dentin while maintaining shaping efficiency