Domination & submission _ the BDSM relationship handbook ( PDFDrive )

but does so by keeping the mouth propped wide open in much the same way that
a dentist does to get a better look at your teeth. These are sometimes called ring
gags, spider gags (ring gags with hooks or braces to prevent slipping or turning),
Whitehead dental gags (what your dentist uses), or blowjob gags. Again, the
ostensible purpose of an open mouth gag is to allow the insertion of a penis,
fingers, dildo or other toys into the bottom’s open mouth or to permit the Top to
ejaculate or urinate into the mouth, however, the psychological effects are
always of significant importance. A typical open mouth gag will cost between
$15 and $100.
A bit gag is designed to resemble and function like a horse’s bit, and is often
used in BDSM pony play. It typically consists of a short slender rod which is
placed between the teeth, with straps attached at each end which can be secured
around a person’s head to hold it in place. The rod is usually straight; however
there are bit gag designs that are curved or contoured to a person’s face. Some
bit gags are extremely rigid, having a steel or aluminum inner core with a softer
layer of rubber or silicone surrounding it to protect the teeth from damage, while
others may be constructed entirely of solid rubber, silicone, PVC or other
synthetic materials. The quality of a bit gag purchased from retailers can vary
widely, so it’s always a good idea to check the product reviews for feedback
before purchasing one. Due to the relative simplicity of a bit gag’s design, some
unscrupulous retailers will charge $15 to $30 for “bit gags” that are nothing
more than a short length of PVC pipe with holes drilled into the ends for O-rings
and a thin leather strap, all of which can be purchased in any hardware store for
about $2. A well-built bit gag will be constructed for serious and/or regular use,
rather than as a novelty, and will be made from quality materials. It typically
should not be uncomfortable or painful to wear for short periods of time, and it
should protect the teeth from damage.
Any type of gag can be dangerous if it restricts a person’s breathing in any way,
including psychological causes. It is extremely important to monitor the
bottom’s condition and respiration continuously, since the situation can change
very quickly without notice, even if nothing has physically changed. A person
wearing a gag may be able to breathe perfectly one moment and not at all the
next, possibly due to allergic reactions, panic attacks, hyperventilation,
discomfort, sudden illness, vomiting, or choking on his or her own saliva. For
obvious reasons, it can be quite difficult for a gagged bottom to tell you what is
happening, so I highly recommend that you arrange a non-verbal safe word or