Welcome to the age of social media where we are living without complete information about a topic, yet, prosper at making it trending on search engines, tiktoks and instagram.
One of these terms which exploded and overwhelmed the social media platform, tiktok is “rainbow kiss”.
Since the search intent was built and audiences showed great interest in the topic, our tiktok influencers also started making videos on it.
There were “fake” reactions of disgust, awkwardness and shame depicted by influencers and comments were inundating with questions about the comments.
Today, we will discuss what the term means, its origins and what are the central dental and health risks associated with this intimate practice.
What is a rainbow kiss?
A rainbow kiss is an intimate sexual practice between a heterosexual couple in which the female gives fellatio (blow job) to the male and the male performs cunnilingus on the female.
What makes it a rainbow?
Well, the male is performing cunnilingus on the female when she is menstruating and the male ejaculates in his partner’s mouth.
Then, they both kiss and make a white and red rainbow out of this kiss. The term is rainbow but the actual color of the blend of semen and menstrual blood will be pinkish.
Feeling awkward? Many people feel awkward and taboo talking about these sexual acts but for many people this is a “kink” helping them create stronger bonds with their partners.
Rainbow kiss on tiktok and social media
Since the user search reached the skies on this topic, tiktok influencers started to make videos on rainbow kisses and what they are actually.
These videos were mainly reaction videos on tiktok, in which creators first introduce a term and then do a reaction on it.
For instance, a content creator black _ Arsh with only 15k following, succeeded to amass more than 400,000 likes on his reaction video on rainbow kiss.
And the comment section? There were more than 2000 comments and most were asking, “what is a rainbow kiss”
The drawbacks, potential risks and safety measures linked with the issue are entirely missing from these influencers’ videos.
If you want to have a more detailed overview about the relationship between rainbow kisses and social media you should definitely read blog on rainbow kisses by social media growth provider Twicsy UK.
Nevertheless, Let’s discuss some oral health and dental risks about rainbow kisses right away!
The oral and dental health risks
Engaging in oral sex during menstruation and ejaculation is a matter of personal preferences but one should be cautious about the health risks connected with it.
Because this act involves the exchange of menstrual blood and semen, it exposes the mouth to a number of viruses, bacteria and various microorganisms.
Here’s a deeper look at the issues of rainbow kiss:
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Bacterial overcharge and gum infections
Menstrual blood naturally contains bacteria from the vaginal canal, While these bacteria act properly in their natural environment, they can cause various infections when infused in the mouth and oral cavity. This can cause inflammation of gums, damage bone support around teeth and can cause consistent bad breath.
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Viral transmission
Both menstrual blood and semen can transmit viruses such as HIV, HBV and HPV. Moreover, even tiny cuts in the mouth can act as great absorbents and can be a cause of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The risks also increase when one partner has gone through recent dental works such as deep cleaning and extractions etc.
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HPV and oral cancer risks
HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections and can adversely affect tonsils, tongue and throat. This can potentially increase the chances of oral cancer.
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Throat and other infections
Beyond the mouth or through the mouth, blood and semen can introduce viruses and bacteria to pharynx, which can cause tonsillitis, throat inflammation and oral thrush.
If any partner swallows these bodily fluids, these can make the digestive tracts of individuals vulnerable too.
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Damage control
While the best practice is to avoid rainbow kissing altogether, there are some hygiene and damage control protocols which a person can adopt:
Firstly, rinse your mouth immediately with antimicrobial mouthwash. Nextly, go to a dentist for a checkup of your mouth, and last but not least seek STI tests immediately.
Why this issue matters in the social media age?
Many social media especially tiktok influencers have made reaction videos about this issue but they often fail to address the health risks intertwined with this practice.
Their videos expose this sensitive information to teenagers who need sex education. And they normalize discussions but don’t talk about safe practices (how much information can a person give in 1 to 2 minutes?)
This is an opportunity for some educational experts to bridge these gaps and make videos about the issues connected to this practice too.
Rainbow kiss and oral health: key takeaways
Social media is a great discussion initiator but influencers and content creators should use platforms like tiktok responsibly as they can viral videos to millions in a second. Our influencers talk superficially about these issues, make reaction videos for views and just spark the discussion irresponsibly. If a content creator is making videos about rainbow kisses or any sexual act, they should make the next video on the potential risks associated with the practice and how one can gain pleasure the safe and secure way.
Happy reading!