Dental play, going to the dentist for your pleasure!

"Dental play, going to the dentist for your pleasure!" was written for BDSMforyou.nl by Mistress Moriah.

You're lying in a chair, the bright light shining in your eyes, and someone in a face mask and gloves is leaning over you with a metal instrument in their hand. For many people this brings back memories of a trip to the dentist—not exactly a favourite pastime. But there is a niche that embraces precisely this setting: dental play. To do it, fun fun fun! But I would never voluntarily undergo this myself...

What is dental play?

Dental play falls under the broader category of medical fetishism, in which medical procedures and instruments are used for sexual arousal. Specifically, dental play focuses on dental scenarios, including the use of dental instruments, chairs and procedures. This can range from simple role play to actually using dental equipment. ​Without experience, though, I would leave the drill well alone. After all, it's about the experience, not a real treatment.

The appeal of dental play

It's no secret that many people harbour a certain fear of the dentist. Yet it is precisely this fear that can add to the excitement in dental play. Similar to needle play, where tension and breaking taboos play a role, dental play offers a mix of loss of control, sensation and exploring limits. For some, it is the combination of the unknown and the potentially uncomfortable that makes it so appealing.​

Are you afraid of the dentist? Then dental play is the perfect way to reframe it. Just make it your fetish! Okay, unfortunately it doesn't work that way; otherwise I would have seriously considered it. How lovely I would lie there at the dentist... And him wondering why I'm lying there grinning.

Possible activities within dental play

Within dental play there are various acts and scenarios that can be explored:​

Role play

Acting out dentist-patient situations, where one partner takes on the role of dentist and the other that of patient.​

Using dental instruments

Carefully using mirrors, probes or even dental clamps to create sensations.​

Gags and mouth spreaders

Using devices such as a mouth spreader to keep the mouth open, which can heighten a feeling of vulnerability. ​

Sensory stimulation

Touching or stimulating the mouth, teeth and gums with different textures and temperatures.​

Water syringe

Use a small pump syringe to squirt a little water into the mouth, and use a few pipettes to suck some moisture back up again.

Cleaning the teeth

Use toothbrushes, dental floss, mouthwash, toothpicks, et cetera...

Equipment and materials

For those interested in exploring dental play, there are specific materials that can be considered:​

As mentioned earlier, mirrors, probes and tweezers can be used. It is important that these are sterile and handled correctly.​ (So make sure you have your own steriliser).
Mouth spreaders and gags help keep the mouth open and can range from simple bit gags to more advanced devices.​
To enhance the role play, wearing dentist's coats, gloves and face masks can add to the intensity.​
Make sure you have all sorts of cleaning products: toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss, toothpicks.

Safety considerations

As with all forms of BDSM play, safety comes first:​

Make sure all instruments used are thoroughly sterilised to prevent infections.​
Discuss limits, expectations and any concerns with your partner beforehand.​
If you plan to use medical instruments, make sure you know how to handle them safely.​
Since mouth spreaders and gags can impede speech, it is essential to have non-verbal signals or another agreed sign to indicate when something doesn't feel right.

Mistress Moriah

Source

Text: Mistress Moriah
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