Keep your teeth clean. Plaque forms bacteria that irritate your gums and may make them recede.
Use desensitizing toothpaste and fluoridated dental products.
Use a soft toothbrush that won’t scratch tooth enamel or wear away gum tissue and brush gently using a circular motion.
Use warm water when brushing your teeth to soften your toothbrush’s bristles.
Avoid tobacco in any form. In addition to its cancer-causing effects, smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco may cause gums to recede.
Reduce your intake of acidic foods and sugary snacks and drinks.
Information as per the Ontario Dental Association https://www.oda.ca/oral-health-basics/oral-conditions-diseases/tooth-sensitivity/
Braganza Periodontics | Peterborough Periodontist
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