Great Taper: Design & Structure

GT instruments are prepared from round nickel-titan wire by grinding. Cross-section of the instruments shows a U-file structure with radial lands that inhibit screwing effect in dentin. GT instruments have a bat-tip (= inactive tip) that guides the instrument in the canal and reduces the risk for ledge formation.

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