X-rays must be done before micro-osteoperforations are done so that our doctors can study the roots of the teeth and bone anatomy. A MOPs treatment plan can then be designed considering the objectives of treatment, where anchorage values need to be augmented, and the type of tooth movement that needs to be achieved. An antiseptic mouthwash is often done before giving a Local Anesthetic and starting the procedure.

An average of 2-4 micro-osteoperforations of 3-7mm deep are made through the buccal cortical bone. There is minimal bleeding from the MOPs site.