Dental Dams

[surropan]

Hey,
Anybody out there know where to get some dental dams in Bangkok? I don't believe I've seen them anywhere, but also I don't know what they look like. Are they available in pharmacies or only specialty shops?

Thanks in advance--- I've decided recently to become an absolute stickler for protection, but I don't want that to stop me from my favorite activity (eating a nice lb bum)!

[Torurot]

I'd have to say "what's the point"? I asked my dentist a while back (they know I go to Thailand) about them, and said they don't ever use them in a dental practise, BUT knowing what they are, said you can make one out of a new condom using a pair of scissors. It's simply a thin square of latex/rubber. If you make your own you can choose the Flavour, Colour & Shape.

[SamplerDoc]

Ask a Beaver

[smuttleydfs]

(SamplerDoc @ Nov. 01 2006,16:51) Ask a Beaver

Or we could just

"Leave it to the Beaver"

[surropan]

Yeah I think I'll just make my own.

Kind of a funny story though--
Right after writing that post yesterday I went out to the pharmacy and asked. As there was a farang couple next to me in line, I whispered "Do you have dental dams?' The pharmacy guy responded "Bentabam? What's that?" So, I said, a bit more clearly 'No, Denta-l Dam-s." He proceeded to shout "Dental dams?", as the farang couple turned their heads and gave me a disapproving look. He then asked "What's it for", and I replied "well...umm..." and he asked louder, "What's for?" I didn't really want to tell him its for ravaging hot ladyboy ass with my tongue, so I just said "I don't know" and walked out.

[stogie bear]

Do you have 'dental dams?'

What do you want them for?

I don't know. Byeee! Skulks out...

[aussieguy]

question....what exactly is a dental dam?

[stogie bear]

That's a good question, mate. I'd never heard of them before I read this thread!

[stogie bear]

What is a dental dam and why should I use one?
Dental dams are small, thin, square pieces of latex that are used for oral-vaginal or oral-anal sex. They get their name from their use in dental procedures. Dental dams help to reduce the transmission of STIs during oral sex by acting as a barrier to vaginal and anal secretions that contain bacteria and viruses. They come in a variety of sizes and flavors - so you can find a dam that satisfies your tastes.

How effective are they in preventing STIs?
Because dental dams act as a barrier to bodily fluids, they help reduce STI transmission. Many STIs, such as herpes, genital warts and HIV, can be transmitted through oral sex. Like condoms, dental dams must be used correctly and consistently in order to be effective.

How do I use them?
Although it may seem a little awkward to use them at first, dental dams are extremely easy to use. Before using the dam you may want to rinse off any powder that's on the dam and check the dam to make sure there are no holes or perforations. The partner performing oral sex will hold the dam against the vulva or anus of the receiving partner. You can opt to apply a lubricant on the vulva or anus before using the dam. The lubricant can help increase the sensation for the recipient. Just make sure the lubricant is a water-based lube because oil-based lubes and lotions can degrade the latex and decrease the dam's effectiveness.

When you use the dental dam, be sure to ONLY use one side. Don't flip the dam over for another round because you will expose yourself to the very fluids you're trying to avoid! And do not re-use a dam on another body part (e.g. from anus to vulva or vice-versa) because you can transfer germs from one body area to another. Do not re-use a dam for another act of oral sex later on either. Dams are for one-time use only.

Won't using a dental dam diminish the whole experience of oral sex?
Many people believe that using a dam will nullify the enjoyment of oral sex. That's not how it has to be! Granted, the feeling of latex will be different than a tongue, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Using a dental dam with lube can offer your partner a new type of stimulation. Although oral sex is considered less risky than vaginal or anal sex, there is still a risk of transmitting STIs. To be as safe as possible, use a dental dam for every act of oral sex.


What if I don't have a dental dam available?
If you don€™t have a dental dam you can make one out a male or female condom, latex glove, or non-microwavable saran wrap. To make a dental dam out of a condom, simply cut off the tip and cut down one side. To make a dental dam out of a latex glove, cut off the finger and cut down one side. If using saran wrap, it is important that it be non-microwavable because the pores in microwaveable saran wrap are large enough to allow viruses and bacteria to pass through.

So now we all know!

[kahuna]

(stogie bear @ Nov. 02 2006,13:42) That's a good question, mate. I'd never heard of them before I read this thread!

Same...I had no idea so I went searching...According to Wikipedia, they are also actually used by dentists...

Then I recalled from the pic that my dentist has used them on me...in a clinical way only of course...

He's filipino...if I tell him how much money he can make recycling them in LOS, might be the beginning of a new business...

[BAM]

Dental Dam in use....

[kahuna]

For A Dentist's Dick...