How to Choose the Correct Mouth Gag?

Mouth gags are one of the key elements used for control and sensory deprivation during BDSM activities. They help to silence a sub’s moans, screams, and prevent them from speaking until the dom permits them it. If you’re a beginner and wonder how to choose the correct mouth gag, grab our tips.

 

What Are the Types of Mouth Gags?

 

On the market, you can find several types of mouth gags, differing in styles, materials and intensity of supposed dynamic.

Ball Gag

This is what usually comes to mind when you think of the gag. Ball gags are the most common types of BDSM restraints. They consist of a ball designed to be placed in the mouth and straps that go around the head and hold the accessory in place. Ball gags are mainly made from rubber, plastic or silicone, with balls of various size, from smaller for beginners to bigger options for advanced BDSM enthusiasts. They may also contain small holes for easy breathing during extended sessions.

Ball gags are used to muffle speech and prevent subs from breathing with their mouth during punishment, master-slave or sadist-masochist dynamics. In terms of safety, comfort and hygiene, gags with silicone balls are considered the best choice. They don’t harbor bacteria, are easy to clean and sanitize, and don’t contain harmful chemicals.

Bit Gag (or Bridle Gag)

These mouth gags resemble a horse’s bit and feature a bar or cylindrical object designed to place between the sub’s teeth. Bit gags make it easier to breathe and are perfect for beginners because they don’t cause much strain on the jaw since they don’t make the mouth open as wide as the ball gags. 

Bridle gags are mainly used for animal, especially pony and dog play scenarios. In dog scenes, these bit gags function as the bone and can be used both for play and training of the sub.

O-Ring Gag

This is the perfect gag for beginners as it features a circular O-ring designed to be placed between the teeth and keep the mouth open. Since these ring gags allow for some breathing, they are safer and more comfortable for those who just discover the world of restraints and dominant-submissive relationships. Moreover, depending on the size of the ring, mouth gags with O-rings may allow oral activities, which will add more steam to your interaction with a partner.

Made of soft silicone, they feel comfortable and allow more movement and flexibility compared to metal rings, which are mostly used by experienced users.

 

Guide on How to Choose the Right Gag for BDSM

 

If you want to buy a mouth gag for BDSM play, it’s important to keep in mind safety, comfort and desired experience. Here are several tips that will help you choose the right gag for erotic play:

 

Experience Level

 

Beginner: If you’re a newbie in the world of restraints, start with a less intense gag, such as a bridle gag that forces the sub to open the mouth not too wide, or an O-ring gag for easier breathing.

Intermediate/Advanced: If you’ve already acquainted with BDSM and interested in exploring the thin line between pain and pleasure further, you can select more restrictive gags.

 

Mouth Fit and Jaw Comfort

 

Depending on the design, gags can fill the mouth or just hold it open to various limits. Large balls may feel uncomfortable to hold in the mouth, since they fill the mouth to the fullest. Smaller ball gags can provide your sub with the feeling of fullness without stretching the mouth too much and thus create less strain on the jaw.

 

Ring gags can keep the mouth open and provide some space in the mouth. If the person experiences the pain in the jaw, it’s better to buy a bit gag without excessive jaw pressure that doesn’t stretch the mouth very far. You can also experiment with the smaller ball gags.

 

Remember that the best gag is the one that is appropriately sized for the wearer’s mouth, since too large causes jaw strain and too small might not fulfill their purpose. Ensure the gag is adjustable and have enough holes in the strap to choose the best, comfortable fit.

 

Mouth access

 

If you’re interested in both gagging your partner and have enough access for toys, tongue, fingers and food, a ring gag is the best option. It allows enough space for anything you and your partner agree upon. Depending on the size of the ring, you can even have a chance for oral stimulation. If the ring diameter is large enough for a phallus, you can push the limits of BDSM games even further. 

 

Breathing Considerations and Safety

 

When we talk about BDSM, we always stress on the safety. Safety comes first!  Ensure your partner is okay with the gag you choose. Keep in mind that perforated ball gags provide your partner with a possibility to breathe with ease that is crucial for extended sessions and activities with beginners. Before diving into an intense dynamic, establish a non-verbal safe signal to use in case the game is too intense, and the person feels uncomfortable. During the play, pay attention to how your partner feels. Ensure the gag is easily removable, and equipped with clips or buckles.

 

Purpose and Play Type

 

Your choice depends on what particular dynamic you’re going to use the gag for. If you’re interested in speech restriction, use ball gags. If you want to leave access for oral stimulation, ring gags are the best option to keep the mouth open enough for other activities besides the gagging. If the gag is a part of your fetish, and you just feel excited with its visual aesthetic, try other options such as spider gags.

 

Cleaning

 

Your BDSM accessories should always be clean before you start the game. Choose a gag that is easy to maintain. Silicone and rubber gags are ideal in terms of easy cleaning, as they can be washed with soap and water. Consider a proper place of storage: it should be clean, dry and protected from any items that could cause damage to leather or silicone.

 

Recap

 

By considering the right material, type, size of the gag, and the purpose of the game, you will add an interesting element to your foreplay, BDSM scenes and dynamic.

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