receding gums

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Hi, I went to the dentist yesterday because several of my teeth had

become sensitive to cold, acidic and sweet foods, etc.. After having

a look around and checking everything, he told me that the

sensitivity was due to my gums having receded and were no longer

protecting the area where the enamel is thinner. He told me to start

using Sensodyne toothpaste and said that it should do the trick, is

there anything else I could be doing to reduce sensitivity, or to

halt the receding of my gums? I would appreciate any advice.

thanks- Sandra