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RECIPROC vs XP-endo Retreatment

VDW GmbH · FKG Dentaire

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Reciproc®

VDW GmbH

Original Single-File Reciprocation

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XP-endo® Retreatment

FKG Dentaire

Adaptive Retreatment Sequence

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Clinical Tip

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

Specifications

Specifications comparison: RECIPROC vs XP-endo Retreatment
RECIPROCXP-endo Retreatment
ManufacturerVDW GmbHFKG Dentaire
AlloyM-Wire NiTiMaxWire (NiTi alloy)
Heat TreatmentM-WireMaxWire
MotionReciprocatingContinuous Rotation
Files33
TaperVariableVariable
Cross-sectionS-shapedActive cutting tip, Booster Tip (6 cutting edges at tip, triangular shaft), Zero-taper sickle-shaped (cleaning, non-shaping)
Speed800–1000 RPM
Torque1–1.5 Ncm
Use TypeSingle-useSingle-use

Best For

RECIPROC

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

XP-endo Retreatment

retreatment of previously obturated canalsgutta percha and sealer removal3D cleaning of canal walls after GP removal

Key Features

RECIPROC

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

XP-endo Retreatment

Dedicated 3-file retreatment sequence — DR1 active-tip desobturation, XP-endo Shaper gutta percha removal at up to 2500 RPM, and XP-endo Finisher R final cleaning