KissMeGoodnight
eLearning Series:
Your Sexual Health
Oral
Sex and Staying Safe From STDs
Sexual activity carries some risks regardless
of the type of sex you want to participate in. Oral sex is
no exception. The only way to be completely safe from
sexually transmitted diseases is to abstain from sexual encounters
or
maintaining a monogamous relationship. In this type of relationship,
you both must know that your partner is uninfected. Oral sex
is the giving or receiving of oral (with the mouth) stimulation
to the genitals of your partner. These can include the vagina,
penis, and anus. Many adolescents engage in oral sex but in
their minds, they do not think of it as “sex” because there
is no penetration. Many teens think they are safe and are practicing
abstinence when the opposite is true. Here are some methods
available that aid in performing oral sex safely.
Plastic
Wrap – this is inexpensive and easy to find in any
grocery or drug store. The wrap can cover large areas and be
used with oil or water-based lubricants. Plastic wrap also
allows heat to be felt. The downside is that fingernails can
easily rip it.
To use plastic wrap you would cover the vulva with the wrap
or cut a piece and hold it in place. If you want to increase
the sensitivity for your partner, rub lubricant on the side
that will face the vulva. Plastic wrap also offers easy disposal.
Once you are finished pleasuring your partner, throw it away.
The same directions apply if you were performing oral sex in
the anal area.
Dental
Dams – provide a strong latex barrier and even come
in various flavors. The downside is that they are not easily
accessible and may not allow for a strong sensation of warmth.
The dam covers a small area and fluids may seep past the dam.
You may need to hold the latex in place while performing oral
sex. It is also important not to use these with an oil-based
lubricant, as it will break down the latex. The way you use
a dental dam is to place it over the vulva. Some will stay
in place while others must be held in place for protection.
To increase sensitivity, you can place lubricant on the side
facing the vulva. Be sure to use water-based lubricants. These
are made to only use one time so discard after use. As with
the plastic wrap, place over the anus for protection and discard
after use.
Cutting
a Condom into a Rectangle – Condoms are easy to purchase
and not very expensive. They come in various flavors. The downside
is that they provide a small area of coverage and care should
be taken to make sure fluids do not seep past the condom into
the mouth or the anus/vulva area. You must use both hands to
hold the cut condom in place. Only the use of water-based lubricant
can be used and it only protects what it covers. To use, you
would unroll the condom and cut off the end and the tip. Then
you would cut lengthwise to form a rectangle. Hold in place
over the vulva or anus. This is a one-time deal so when you
are done, throw it away.
Barrier methods for giving oral sex on the penis include:
Non-lubricated
Condom – They are very easy to find in drugstores
and are not that expensive. The downside is that it does not
taste good, though there are flavored condoms available. The
condom protects only what it covers. Directions on use: If
available, place some water-based lubricant in the tip of the
condom. Place on the penis and dispose of when you are finished.
The condom can only be used one time.
Flavored
Lubricated Condoms – Are not as easy to find as regular
condoms, but you can find them. Some teen-friendly clinics
carry different varieties. The downside is that some say that
the lubrication feels and tastes more like Chapstick and they
only protect what it covers. Directions on use: If available,
place some water-based lubricant in the tip of the condom.
Put the condom on the penis. After you are done, throw away
the condom.
Kiss
of Mint Condoms - Many find mint a more favorable flavor.
The condom is not lubricated. The downside is they are generally
sold in adult stores and it only protects what it covers. Directions
on Use: If available, place some water-based lubricant in the
tip of the condom. Put the condom on the penis. After you are
done, throw away the condom.
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by KissMeGoodnight.com
: 2006
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