Everyone knows about BDSM and how power and submission can enhance your sexual experience. To help with that, people use ball gags but where exactly did their use originate from? Nobody entirely knows but it’s possible that they were first used in the 15th century. Ball gags have been used for a range of purposes and during sex they’re used to shut a lover up and ensure you have total dominance. When placed in your lover’s mouth they will be at your total mercy and will probably start drooling, which you may find incredibly stimulating.

Other research shows that women love having a gag in their mouth and some actually prefer to be gagged than entirely free. Men are particularly keen on ball gags because it can help expand your partner’s mouth opening which will make deepthroating them so much easier. The first few times you use a ball gag it may be uncomfortable but once you pass that initial phase it can be quite enjoyable, which is no different to the first time you ever have sex.

A ball gag is generally made from silicone and frequently has a diameter of around 4-5 centimetres that is attached to a band which is placed around the head. The wearer of a ball gag will have the ball in their mouth so that their mouth is half closed and half open. The best type of ball gag is one that has some air holes because these offer the best breathability. As ball gags do come in different sizes it’s important to choose the right size so open your mouth as though you’re going to take a bite of a large apple and then hold that position for 20 - 30 seconds. While it’s open measure the distance between your teeth and that’s how you’ll find the best size. When you’re new to using ball gags it’s even better to choose one that’s 1-3 centimetres smaller so that your jaws don’t stiffen. It will also help you ensure that your teeth aren’t damaged. Choosing the right size is important because it will also stop the ball constantly slipping out of the wearer’s mouth. Men and women may have different size requirements.

Despite mostly being used in the fetish scene anyone can enjoy using a ball gag and we have a range of different types based on your purpose for using one.

There are no restrictions to what gender can use a ball gag either. Anyone whether they’re male, female or in a heterosexual or same sex relationship can enjoy using a ball gag. In particular, heterosexual men love using ball gags and giving up their power to their female partner.

Much like a toothbrush, a gag is a personal item and has a simple job - to close the mouth of the wearer. Today, ball gags come in different shapes and sizes, just like cock rings or nipple clamps. The type you choose will be influenced by what your sexual fetishes are.

The best materials for ball gags are of course silicone but you can also get hard rubber, leather, latex or imitation leather. It really comes down to what appearance you are after and what material will be the most comfortable.