Finishing orthodontic treatment is an exciting milestone. After months or even years of wearing braces or aligners, you finally get to enjoy your beautifully straight smile. However, your orthodontic journey doesn’t end when your braces come off—it simply enters a new, equally important phase: orthodontic retention. At Viva Smiles, we know that retention is crucial to preserving your results. Without proper retention care, your teeth can gradually shift back to their original positions, undoing all your hard work. In this blog, we’ll explain what orthodontic retention is, why it’s vital, and how you can maintain your perfect smile for life.   What Is Orthodontic Retention? Orthodontic retention is the phase [...]