Like milk and cookies, a pen and paper, or sunshine and summertime, some things are simply better together. In dentistry, Dentsply Sirona’s X-Smart Pro+ endodontic motor and Reciproc Blue endodontic file are examples of 2 products working in tandem to provide a streamlined endodontic treatment workflow.
A group of dentists and endodontists noted that combining the X-Smart Pro+ and its built-in apex locator with Reciproc Blue for canal shaping greatly streamlines root canal treatment, making the procedure easy and efficient.
X-Smart Pro+: Intuitive Operation, Accuracy, and Consistency
Designed to drive endodontic files in both continuous rotation and reciprocating modes, the X-Smart Pro+ endodontic motor uses a proprietary sensorless system to achieve 360° speed and torque feedback.
An integrated apex locator with Dynamic Accuracy technology reads the measurement signal accurately while shaping. A touchscreen interface provides easy access to customizable settings—a feature every dentist who reviewed X-Smart Pro+ and Reciproc Blue for DPS rated as “excellent.”
Previously looking for “consistent speed and torque control,” Dr. Hedley Rakusin found this system “lived up to my expectations.” Dr. Joshua Chubak said, “The integrated apex locator helps with root canal cases” and noted, “It simplifies procedures and saves both storage and counter space.” He also suggested that the apex locator be equipped with a longer cable.
One dentist said, “The built-in apex locator has been great.” Another dentist echoed these comments, saying, “The apex locator will stop at the apex without the need to measure working length [during shaping].” He added, “I can spend more quality time irrigating and disinfecting.”
Reciproc Blue: All-in-One Endo Efficiency
Reciproc Blue is a universal, flexible reciprocating instrument that enables shaping without an initial glidepath in most cases—effectively facilitating root canal preparation with only a single file.
The innovative blue heat-treatment provides great flexibility and resistance to cyclic fatigue, allowing the file to smoothly follow natural canal anatomy.
Available in 3 working lengths—21 mm, 25 mm, and 31 mm—Reciproc Blue comes in single-use packaging to enable constant cutting quality while reducing the risk of cross-contamination.
“Reciproc Blue is able to handle very curvy canals with reduced risk of instrument separation,” Dr. Chubak assured. For a dentist recalling past struggles with “ difficult canal negotiation in molar treatment,” Reciproc Blue “provided an alternative file option for difficult cases.”
Another dentist described the file as “very simple and effective,” noting it “cut very well” and can help clinicians “shape and clean canals quickly” with fewer instruments.
“The file is strong and flexible and makes endo treatment more efficient,” Dr. John Shi said. “I like Reciproc Blue files because the need for hand files is not mandatory for small mouths and second molar endo. It helped me achieve success on a third molar endo treatment.”
Seamless Compatibility
When used together, the X-Smart Pro+ endodontic motor and the Reciproc Blue file simplify clinicians’ endodontic procedures, affording simultaneous shaping and length determination.
This product combination not only reduces the number of files needed to prepare canals, but it also enhances workflow efficiency.
Dr. Rakusin said the 2 products helped “reduce stress.” Another dentist reported that this user-friendly product pairing enabled a “streamlined and accurate treatment process.”
Dr. Azam Qadri appreciated the “ease of use and efficiency” using X-Smart Pro+ and Reciproc Blue together. “My end-odontic treatments are smooth, and I am getting quick, accurate fills with the new system,” he said.
Overall Satisfaction
All clinicians who reviewed X-Smart Pro+ and Reciproc Blue for DPS agreed they would recommend both these endodontic solutions to their colleagues within the dental profession. In fact, one dentist said, “I referred this product to my endodontist and he loves it.”
Dr. Rakusin said that these products allow for “reliable canal preparation.” When asked what could be improved, one dentist replied, “Nothing at this time.”
Overall, Dr. Qadri noted, “The motor is very easy to use and is by far the best new product engineered by [Dentsply Sirona for endodontics],” and Dr. Chubak concluded, “Reciproc Blue is a nice file to add to our armamentarium.”
