Deep throat
Definition
Deep throat is a sexual act in which the penis is inserted deep into the throat of the receiving partner, often beyond the soft palate. Within BDSM, this technique is sometimes used as part of control, submission, or humiliation play, but always within clear boundaries and with attention to safety.
Explanation of deep throat
The term deep throat became popular thanks to the film of the same name from the 1970s, but the act itself is older and has various meanings. Essentially, it involves oral penetration involving the throat. For some, it is a way to experience total surrender: the body is literally “taken” and control over breathing and reflexes is temporarily transferred to the other person. For others, it is an expression of devotion or servitude, in which pleasure and pain merge.
Within BDSM, deep throat can be part of oral training, face-fucking, or domination play. The Dominant then determines the pace and depth, while the submissive concentrates on relaxation, breathing, and trust. The sensation can be intense: the throat is sensitive, and the body reacts with automatic swallowing and gagging reflexes. These reflexes can be trained to some extent through practice, but they remain a natural protective mechanism—and should never be ignored or forced.
Total surrender
Psychologically, deep throat is often charged. It can evoke feelings of total surrender, humiliation, or, conversely, deep connection. For the Dominant, it is a form of physical control; for the submissive, a moment of vulnerability and trust. In safe, loving settings, it can be experienced as an almost meditative surrender, but in the wrong hands, it can be dangerous.
Safety & points of attention
Never force the throat: deep throat requires relaxation, not force.
Always use a pre-agreed stop signal that also works when speaking is impossible (e.g., tapping).
Pay attention to breathing: blocking for too long can cause fainting or panic.
Do not play with suffocation or pressure on the throat without thorough knowledge.
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