ORAL SEX and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) – Prevention and treatment | Dentalk! ©

Without proper precautions, oral sex can be the door to some sexually transmitted diseases and / or other oral health problems. We spoke with Dr. Pardiñas about this sexual practice.

1) Introduction 00:00
In this Dentalk from Clínica Médico Dental Pardiñas (http://j.mp/cPardinas) we talk about oral sex and sexually transmitted diseases.

2) Relationship between STDs and oral health 00:45
Many infectious diseases can produce manifestations and lesions in the mouth, and can, in turn, be transmitted through contact with bodily fluids such as saliva.

3) Relationship between periodontitis and oral sex 01:21
The bacteria that cause pyorrhea can be spread to another person through intimate contact, but there must be prolonged contact and predisposing factors.

4) What symptoms of an STD can manifest in the mouth? 01:34
There are multiple symptoms of an STD that can manifest in different parts of the mouth such as sores, blisters, redness of mucous membranes, swollen glands, etc. Sometimes there are no obvious symptoms that show the presence of a STD.

5) How do I know if I am infected with an STD? 02:16
To know our state of health it is advisable to carry out STD tests and periodic check-ups at the dentist.

6) How can I avoid getting and STD during oral sex? 02:32
The use of prophylactic devices, the most effective way to prevent this type of infection. In addition, it’s important to have a very good oral and genital hygiene, which will reduce the risk of developing wounds, ulcers or infections.

7) What are the most commonly transmitted STDs through the mouth? 02:48
The most common STDs that can affect and be transmitted through the mouth include herpes, human papillomavirus, chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhea.
a. Cold sores or fever 03:00.
b. Human papillomavirus 03:49.
c. Syphilis 4:20.
d. Gonorrhea 04:57.
e. Chlamydia 05:18.
f. HIV 05:35.

8) Treatment of STDs 06:03.
Treatment will depend on the type of disease and its severity. In the case of the treatment of herpes HSV-1, it will be symptomatic, with antiseptic and anesthetic rinses to reduce the pain of the ulcers. The use of antiviral medications can be helpful if they are applied when the first symptoms appear. In cases of bacterial diseases such as syphilis or gonorrhea, the treatment will be with antibiotics.

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