WaveOne Gold®
Single-file reciprocating system — one glider + one shaping file for most cases, with dedicated WaveOne/WaveOne Gold motor settings
| File | Tip | Taper | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.15 | 2%v | Reciprocating | |
| 0.20 | 7%v | Reciprocating | |
| 0.25 | 7%v | Reciprocating | |
| 0.35 | 6%v | Reciprocating | |
| 0.45 | 5%v | Reciprocating |
Initiate shaping with PRIMARY file (025/.07) per DFU — this is the default starting point
One glider + one shaping file for most cases — short 11mm handle for improved posterior accessibility (per product page)
Reciprocating motion works in harmony with the proprietary heat treatment for improved cyclic fatigue resistance vs conventional NiTi (manufacturer bench data, not independent clinical validation)
Single-file single-use system reduces cross-contamination risk — pre-sterilized, no reprocessing needed
Files may appear slightly curved due to proprietary processing — this is not a defect; do not need to straighten before use (per DFU/IFU)
Use brushing motion on outstroke to eliminate coronal interferences or enhance shaping in irregular cross-sections (per DFU)
For extremely curved canals: use file for single canal only, discard after, consider hand files (per 2025 IFU)
Inspect apical flutes after PRIMARY reaches WL: if loaded with dentin debris, shape is finished (per DFU)
Compatible with WaveOne Gold Conform Fit GP, GuttaCore for WaveOne Gold, WaveOne Gold Absorbent Points, and size verifiers
SmartLite Pro EndoActivator recommended for irrigant activation (per solution guide)
Obturation Techniques
Single cone, warm vertical, carrier-based & lateral compaction
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Alloy
Gold Heat TreatmentClinical guides
What alloy is WaveOne Gold made from?
Answer
WaveOne Gold® is manufactured from NiTi with proprietary Gold heat treatment with gold heat treatment.
How many files are in the WaveOne Gold sequence?
Answer
The WaveOne Gold® system includes 5 files: Glider, Small, Primary, Medium, Large.
What motion type does WaveOne Gold use?
Answer
WaveOne Gold® uses reciprocating motion.
What cases is WaveOne Gold best for?
Answer
WaveOne Gold® is best suited for: single-file efficiency, routine cases, reduced cross-contamination.
What speed and torque settings are recommended for WaveOne Gold?
Answer
WaveOne Gold® uses reciprocating motion with manufacturer-specific motor settings (refer to official DFU for exact parameters).
Reviewed by
Dr. Levent Yuksel
DDS · Endodontist
Independently authored and clinically reviewed.