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Dental dams are thin pieces of latex that you can use to reduce the chance of spreading sexually transmitted diseases during oral sex--either vaginal or anal. Follow these steps to learn how to use a dental dam for safer oral sex. more »
Using a dental dam isn't always the most fun, but it's an essential part of safer sex. It's easy and you will impress your lady-friend with your thoughtfulness and your sexual know-how! more »
A dental dam is the term for a piece of thin, flexible plastic used to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases during mouth-to-female genital contact (cunnilingus), and mouth-to-anal contact (anilingus). It allows for the recipient to still feel strong sensations, but prevents the transfer of bodily fluids from one partner to another. Using a dental dam properly greatly reduces the risk of STDs like HPV and herpes. Though dental dams are sold for both sexual and dental use, they can often be difficult to find in stores. For that reason, many people make their own out of regular latex condoms. more »
It is important to be safe during all sexual activity, not just during intercourse. Dental dams help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections. These devices are used to create a barrier during oral sex. Using a dental dam is a great way to reduce your risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection. more »
Many people protect themselves from sexually transmitted diseases during sexual intercourse, but you may face risk with oral sex as well. However, you can use a dental dam to stay safer during oral sex by ensuring that there is always a protective layer of material between your mouth and your partner's body and bodily fluids. While you can purchase a strong dental dam, you may prefer to make your own. more »
Safe anal/oral sex can be achieved by the use of a dental dam. When in doubt, always err on the side of caution when participating in any type of sex. Engaging in oral/anal sex can spread sexually transmitted diseases and bacteria as easily as vaginal sex. Follow these steps to use a dental dam for safe oral/anal sex. more »
Promoting safe sex on college campuses is important for preventing sexually transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, HIV and AIDS. Learn to use a condom or dental dam for sexual encounters on college campuses with tips from a mental health counselor in this free video on sexuality. more »
When people think about how to have safer sex, they usually think of wearing a condom, using a dental dam or other aid to stop bodily fluids from exchanging and skin of the genitalia touching to greatly reduce the risk of STDs. But using a condom or something of the like, doesn't really excite the imagination. Here are some things to try to spice up your safer sex. more »
To protect against herpes, use condoms or dental dams during any form of sexual contact, avoid sex with unfamiliar partners, and get checked frequently for STDs. Get to know the sexual history and disease status of sex partners to prevent herpes with advice from a licensed mental health counselor in this free video on sex and diseases. more »
HIV stands for human immune deficiency syndrome wherein the body's immune system becomes compromised, leaving it vulnerable to other diseases that can lead to full-blown AIDS and death. AIDS stands for acquired immune deficiency syndrome. The first AIDS case in the US was reported in June, 1981. Since that time, the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia, estimates 56,300 new cases of HIV were reported in 2006. HIV and AIDS are transmitted through intimate sexual contact when bodily fluids such as semen, vaginal secretions are exchanged. Safeguards against getting HIV or AIDS include using barrier methods of contraception such as condoms and dental dams or refraining from sexual intercourse where bodily fluids are exchanged. See Resources. more »
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