Risser, Jan M.H., Risser, William L., Risser, Amanda (December 2008). "Epidemiology of Infections in Women", Infectious Disease Clinics of North America, 22 (4), pp. 581–599. Cling wrap is often posed as an alternative to dental dams, but not widely recommended. Cling wrap is used in the same way as dental dams, and much more cost effective. No studies currently exist on the permeability of cling wrap to STI causing pathogens, but it is known to be waterproof. [23] Mental health [ edit ]

The CDC recommends using a dental dam during oral sex. [21] Additionally, HIV prevention organizations distribute dental dams along with condoms and other safe sex supplies. [22] The FDA has not evaluated dental dams or other barriers for their effectiveness in preventing the spread STIs. [23] Health educators widely encourage their use during cunnilingus or anilingus, [23] [17] but dental dams are not widely used by WSW, [24] [25] and are not made with STI prevention in mind. [23] Dental dams are commonly found at STI clinics and on the Internet but may be difficult to find at drugstores where condoms are normally sold. [26] Dental dams may also be made by cutting open a latex condom. [21] [25] Latex condoms are known to be impermeable to pathogens which can cause STIs. [27] https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/insight-therapy/201403/why-arent-we-talking-our-partners-about-sex Haavio-Mannila, E., & Kontula, O. (1997). Correlates of increased sexual satisfaction. Archives of sexual behavior, 26(4), 399-419a b c d Richters, Juliet; Clayton, Stevie (2010). "The practical and symbolic purpose of dental dams in lesbian safer sex promotion". Sexual Health. 7 (2): 103–6. doi: 10.1071/sh09073. ISSN 1448-5028. PMID 20648734.

While condoms may not be applicable to many WSW sexual encounters, they are still useful when sex toys are involved. Toys that are shared between partners can spread pathogens even when cleaned. The use of condoms in addition to thorough cleaning can help reduce the risk of transmission via sex toys. [26]http://www.bettersex.com/adult-sex-education/movie-collections/sp-better-sex-video-series-sexplorations-2229.aspx We spoke with Kassandra Mourikis, sexologist, MSexol, BPsych(Hons) and Janielle Bryan, (MPH CHES) a sexuality educator and creator of the sexual health pop-up, The Sex Exchange, about the sex tips suitable for anyone willing to learn: 1. Prioritise solo sex

Wondering how to be better in bed? While there is no one definition of what “ good sex” looks like, there are a number of tips that may improve the enjoyment of your sex life. Set a time limit. Avoid overwhelming each other with a lengthy talk. By devoting 15-minute conversations to the topic, you might find it easier to stay within your emotional comfort zones. This definition “not only means having the sex you enjoy but also sex becomes more novel and fun when you have lots of different activities to select from.” 7. Always add lubeYou’ve probably heard this before – but getting to know your body and what you like is one of the best ways to improve your sex life. Both Mourikis and Bryan agree on this point. When you’re trying to tell how aroused a sexual partner is, listen to their words, don’t assume based on what their body is doing,” Mourikis advises. McNair, Ruth (2005). "Risks and prevention of sexually transmissible infections among women who have sex with women". Sexual Health. 2 (4): 209–17. doi: 10.1071/sh04046. ISSN 1448-5028. PMID 16402667.