If you’ve ever thought to yourself, ‘what is a ball gag?’ then look no further. The UberKinky Beginner’s Guide to Bondage Gags will help you tell the difference from a ball gag to a bit gag and how your sub can grab your attention if they’re gagged. We’ll go through the different types of gags as well as common materials. You will also find helpful safety advice and things to remember when playing with bondage gags.
The ubiquitous rubber ball gag has been seen in so many fetish scenes and films, it’s become a staple of BDSM. Bondage gags are used for many reasons. Some use gags to keep noisy submissives quiet during impact play or torture. Some prefer the control or humiliation. There are even medical style gags which help keep the mouth open for various reasons. Gags won’t make your submissive completely silent but they certainly won’t be able to speak.
Reasons You Should Try Bondage Gags
Bemused by bondage gags? Not sure why we speak so highly of them? Well, this toy guarantees to enhance your sex play, and we’re just gagging to tell you why!
Without that oral release of energy, feel it explode from elsewhere...
Still feeling a little unsure? Come on; we all know how satisfying it is to fill that mouth with something substantial ;) Without being able to release tension and energy orally, it will build up inside until it finds its way to a more explosive release. Processing all of this stimulation internally leads to unique sensations, often resulting in an earth-shattering orgasm. Are you feeling us yet?
Trust us; you’ll connect on an all new emotional level...
You’ll be powerless to stop this profound connection! The person wearing the gag is giving up complete control to their partner. Without speech, they no longer have a say in their sexual satisfaction. This inflated sense of trust will not only trigger incredible physical and emotional responses within the body, it will also strengthen your relationship. So, giving up control is an exchange worth making!
Muffle the sounds of satisfaction and keep things quiet whilst you play...
Sound out superior stimulation by wearing a bondage gag! Listen up, UberKinky friends; it’s a common misconception that a gag will completely keep bottoms quiet; however this is not the case. The muffled sounds can be an incredible turn on as well as keep noise to a minimum during pleasing and teasing. There won’t be any complaints; that’s for sure! Sounds good, eh?
Act out fantasies and play your part in submissive satisfaction...
We hope that by reading this guide UberKinky will play a part in your ultimate gratification! A gag is the ideal accessory for those that enjoy a little role play, whether you crave perfect pony play, mischievous medical play, or you simply want to add a little restraint in your recreation. Everyone enjoys the odd naughty nurse, deviant doctor scene, so why not act out a little damsel/dude in distress fantasy? You’ll be gagging for more!
Watch luscious lips lock around something sizeable and get the bondage look...
Now look here; you may not see it yet, but watching those lips press tightly against that substantial package will be an incredible turn on for both of you. In addition, the appearance of being powerless and helpless can be extremely arousing. Bottoms will literally drool with excitement and anticipation. So, forget the look of love; get the bondage look!
Bite down on a bondage gag and add a little comfort to your control...
If you’re a bit of a baby when it comes to trying new things, have no fear; a gag doubles as a pacifier for comfort! Not only can it help bottoms become accustomed to new bondage sensations, it can also aid relaxation during sex itself. Even the intensity felt right before climax can sometimes be too extreme to bear. A gag will help bottoms to relax into the sensations and enjoy the experience. Don’t be a dummy; try it for yourself!
Safety First!
As with any bondage gear, there are things to keep in mind for safety’s sake. First and foremost, because the point of using a gag on a submissive is to keep them from speaking you will need to find a new way for them to use their ‘Safe word’. Communicate with your play partner to find what’s best for both of you. Common ways of using non-verbal safe words are snapping fingers, having your sub hold a ball and drop it when they want the scene to end or honking a bicycle horn. Some will employ blinking three times as a signal to stop.
For beginners, it’s best to take things slow and perhaps start off with a time limit to get them used to being gaged. A Dominant should always periodically check in on their sub and a gagged person should never be left alone. Going too fast too soon could lead to excessive jaw pain, panic or overstimulation of the gag reflex.
The Do's
- Do start beginners off with a time limit
- Do decide on a non-verbal safe word
- Do periodically check in on your submissive partner
- Do ensure your gag is in a good condition to prevent swallowing
The Don'ts
- Don’t gag a person with a cold
- Don’t gag a person with an upset stomach
- Don’t leave your gagged sub unattended
Types Of Bondage Gags
There are so many different kinds of bondage gags and the list could go on forever. We’ve chosen the most commonly found bondage gags and explained a little about each for a better understanding.
Ball Gags
Your basic ball gag is a spherical shaped gag which is placed in the mouth behind the teeth and strapped into place behind the head. This type of bondage gag will make it very hard for your submissive to make any coherent speach and may cause quite a bit of drooling.
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Forniphillic or Dildo Gags
Used to humiliate or objectify your submissive, the forniphillic gag holds a tool or device of some sort which the wearer controls with their mouth. Ashtrays, toilet brushes, boot brushes and feather dusters have been popular choices but the most common is the dildo gag. The dildo gag allows the wearer to pleasure their partner while making their genitals obsolete.
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Medical Gags
Usually found in medical play scenes, medical gags hold the mouth open for examinations and experimentations. Some gags are ratcheting while others are spring powered but most will be made of stainless steel.
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Bit Gags
A bit gag is a cylindrical shaped gag made from rubber, leather or plastic worn similar to a horse’s bridle. Bit gags are used by placing them between the submissive's teeth and held in place with either adjustable straps or a head harness. This will make speaking unintelligible. Some bit gags will feature reigns for use in pony play.
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Ring Gags
This hollow ring is held in place behind the teeth and secured with an adjustable strap much like a ball gag. Ring gags allow full access to the mouth and can be used for oral sex. This gag will cause the sub to drool uncontrollably.
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Muzzle Gags
This over the mouth gag is usually made from leather and is fastened around the head with straps, buckles or a harness. Muzzles are used to restrict the movement of the jaw and are often used in puppy play scenes.
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Breathable Gags
Perfect for beginners, this category of gag can be found in ball or bit shape. Breathable gags are hollow and can be found in either plastic, silicone or rubber materials. They are light weight and come with many holes cut out through the gag to allow for easy breathing.
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Funnel Gags
The exterior of this gag is a funnel which leads to a tube held in the submissive’s mouth. This gag is strapped to the wearer’s face and forces them to drink fluids. The funnel gag is popular with watersports enthusiasts.
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Over The Mouth Gags
This style of gag doesn’t effectively silence your subject but it does play up the humiliation aspect of being gaged. Scarves, bandanas, muzzles, bondage tape and panel gags are all types of over the mouth gags. Over the mouth gags can also be used to hold other style gags in place such as ball gags, penis gags or stuffer gags.
Inflatable Gags
Fully adjustable for a custom fit, inflatable gags start off small and slowly fill your submissive's mouth. This latex inflatable balloon which can be round or penis shaped, is placed in the slave's mouth and then pumped up with the hand held inflation bulb to the desired size. In the case of the butterfly gag, the bulb goes behind the teeth while the ‘wings’ go between the front of the teeth and the inside of the lips. Some inflatable gags come with an adjustable strap while others can be held in place with a ring gag.
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Penis Gags
This over the mouth gag is usually made from leather and is fastened around the head with straps, buckles or a harness. Muzzles are used to restrict the movement of the jaw and are often used in puppy play scenes.
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Materials
Bondage gags come in all kinds of materials depending on how you will be using your gag. There are waterproof gags common in watersports play made from plastic, silicone and even metal. These three materials can be sterilised between uses so they’re perfect if you plan on using your gag on more than one submissive. Leather, rubber, pvc and rope are porous so they are best to use on one person only yet are just as effective. There’s even a ball gag with a jawbreaker candy as the gag!