I only have an essix retainer.. so can i get a hawley retainer and then have my dentist/ortho adjust the wire so my tooth goes back into its place? or can my essix retainer be tightened? i wouldnt think so because of its plastic nature. i had braces and i

No Essix: Your Essix cannot be used for othodontic tooth movement. If you have tooth movement, your Essix would have to be remade. Or your dentist might be able to attach a tooth to the Hawley.

Retainers: Essex retainers are not adjustable as to tooth movement. Hawley retainers are minimally adjustable. If it looks like 1 tooth has moved, many have moved. Correction may require retreatment and then a new retention sequence. Please see a fully qualified Orthodontic Specialist.