“If oral sex can cause STIs, how do you practice safe oral sex?”
If you choose to perform oral sex, and your partner is male use a latex condom on the penis; or if you or your partner is allergic to latex, plastic (polyurethane) condoms can be used.
If you choose to have oral sex, and your partner is female, use a latex barrier (such as a natural rubber latex sheet, a dental dam, or a cut-open condom that makes a square) between your mouth and the vagina. (you can purchase latex sheets and dental dams over the internet, just GOOGLE search)
If you choose to perform oral sex with either a male or female partner, and this sex includes oral contact with your partner’s anus (anilingus or rimming), use a latex barrier (such as a natural rubber latex sheet, a dental dam, or a cut-open condom that makes a square) between your mouth and the anus.
If you choose to share sex toys, such as dildos or vibrators, with your partner, each partner should use a new condom on the sex toy; and be sure to clean sex toys between each use.
A great web site for more information is: https://www.hiv.va.gov/patient/daily/sex/condom-tips.asp
