Help! Accidentally saved over different PDF

I was creating a binder to save several different pdfs into one single file, and then I was prompted to save. However, I accidentally saved over the wrong PDF file, and I can't seem to revert back. Is there any way to revert back to the previous PDF that I saved over? I really need that file!
I know, I sound very clumsy, which indeed I am, but any feedback that can help me with this problem would be GREATLY appreciated!
Also, my Acrobat version is Adobe Acrobt X Pro.

Windows 7 has the ability to perform incremental backups.  If you've got this feature turned on, you may be able to right-click the file and choose Restore Previous Versions.  If you've got an incremental backup of the file prior to overwriting it, you might be able to get it back.
-David

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