Oral sex is a subject that most people refuse to talk about. They're embarrassed, offended or just feel that it's a personal subject. However, it's a subject that should be discussed when a patient is ignorant of the problems.The oral tissues are an important part of the body and there are an incredible number of sensory nerves connected to the mouth. Your smile is often the first thing that someone is attracted to. The lips gorge with red blood when you are sexually aroused and this is the reason that many women use red lipstick. Some women cover the skin surrounding their lips to give the appearance of fuller lips.

          Unfortunately, the mouth can contract and transmit many diseases. Herpes I (cold sores) are common in the mouth and can be transmitted to someone else's mouth or genitals with oral/oral, oral/genital or oral/anal contact. Herpes II (Genital Herpes) is closely related to the Herpes I virus. Herpes II can infect the mouth with oral/genital contact. Although it is rare, there are cases where oral/anal or oral/genital contact resulted in a non infected partner developing HIV. Gonohhrea and syphilis can infect the oral area with oral sex.

          It makes sense to use common sense and protection when having or receiving oral sex. People who perform genital oral sex who have male partners can develop sores in the back of their palate. If the males thrusts deeply and strongly it can damage these tissues and the resulting sores can become infected. Do not have oral sex when you or your partner has sores. Don't let anyone ejaculate in your mouth. If you are concerned about your male partner, do not place the head of his penis in your mouth. This prevents direct contact and prevents the ejaculate from contacting your oral tissues. Don't perform oral sex on a woman who is menstruating.

          For many other reasons in addition to protecting you, it is very important to take good care of your teeth and oral tissues by having regular cleanings and dental care. Gum disease and gingivitis can cause your gums to open and bleed. This can be dangerous. The Atlanta Dental Group PC offers cleaning and periodontal services to new and established patients. We accept most traditional dental insurance plans and one of our dentists can privately discuss any oral sex concerns that you might have. Consider scheduling an appointment with our senior Georgia Dentist by calling 404-874-7428.