Clinical Tip
ProTaper Next for standard round canals with swaggering motion. XP-endo Shaper for irregular/oval anatomy with adaptive expansion at body temperature.
Specifications
| — | ProTaper Next | XP-endo Shaper |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | FKG Dentaire |
| Alloy | M-Wire NiTi | MaxWire (NiTi alloy) |
| Heat Treatment | M-Wire | MaxWire |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 6 | 2 |
| Taper | Variable | 1% (expands to at least 4%), 0% |
| Cross-section | Convex triangular, Off-centered rectangular | Booster Tip (6 cutting edges at tip, triangular shaft), Zero-taper sickle-shaped (cleaning, non-shaping) |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 800 RPM |
| Torque | 2 Ncm | 1 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
ProTaper Next
off-centered swaggering motionreduced file engagementprogressive shaping
XP-endo Shaper
irregular/oval canals3D adaptationconservative accessretreatment
Key Features
ProTaper Next
Off-centered rectangular cross-section creates swaggering motion for improved debris removal
XP-endo Shaper
Expands at body temperature to adapt to canal anatomy