2020-02-212020-02-212013-12VALLADARES NETO, Jose; RINO NETO, José; PAIVA, João Batista de. Orthodontic movement of teeth with short root anomaly: should it be avoided, faced or ignored? Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics, Maringá, v. 18, n. 6, p. 72-85, 2013.2176-9451http://repositorio.bc.ufg.br/handle/ri/18727Introduction: Short Root Anomaly (SRA) is an uncommon disease and a challenge for orthodontic treatment as it tends to increase the risk of root resorption. Objective: Assess the current status of the diagnosis, etiology and orthodontic management of teeth with SRA, and present case reports. Method: A literature review was carried out in PubMed, SciELO, LILACS, Scopus and Web of Science databases. Results: A differential diagnosis of SRA should be conducted for teeth with incomplete root formation, external apical root resorption, dentin dysplasia type I and post dental trauma root hypoplasia. SRA is genetically determined and orthodontic movement requires changes in clinical and radiographic management in order to restrict damage. Conclusion: Orthodontic movement of teeth with SRA is contraindicated in extreme cases, only. Caution at all stages could minimize attachment loss and lead to long-term stability.engAcesso AbertoTooth rootOrthodonticsTooth abnormalitiesRoot resorptionArtigo10.1590/S2176-94512013000600012