Dildos are the oldest sex toys known to humans, with the earliest dating back to 5000 BC. Although they are generally used for vaginal penetration, dildos are available in many shapes and sizes (perhaps because people's desires come in many shapes and sizes) and can be used for vaginal, anal or oral penetration. Most dildos can be hand-held or used in a harness.

Silicone is an excellent dildo material, because it is flexible, easy to clean and sterilize, nearly indestructible, and will warm to body temperature as it is used. Many people who are allergic to latex rubber can use silicone without experiencing an allergic reaction. Lucite and glass dildos share many of the same features as silicone, but are inflexible (which can be great for directing firm stimulation right where you like it) and warm more slowly. To help pick the dildo that's right for you, check the following guidelines.

• Diameter: For most people, the dildo's width is more sexually important than its length. Measure the width of the number of fingers you like having inside of you when you're aroused and look for dildos whose diameter matches this dimension.
  
  
• Length: If you're in doubt about which length might be right, consider getting one a bit on the longer side. If it's too long, you can always choose not to insert it fully. Also keep in mind the fact that you will lose about half an inch of the dildo's length if it's used in a harness.
  
  
• Thrusting or Filling: If you enjoy vigorous thrusting, you'll need a dildo with a moderate to firm consistency. Dildos that are soft and squishy are more comfortable for filling and slow movements, but they might bend too much with quick thrusting.
  
  
• Vaginal opening: If you want your vaginal opening stimulated a lot consider a dildo with ridges or swirls along the shaft which can provide strong sensations at the mouth of the vagina when moved in and out. If not, consider a dildo with a straighter shape and a smoother surface.
  
  
• G-spot or T-Zone stimulation: If you want to stimulate these areas, choose a dildo with a slight curve designed to hit that sensitive spot. If you don't like G-spot or T-zone stimulation, choose a dildo with very little curve.
  
  
• Prostate stimulation: When choosing a dildo for prostate stimulation, keep in mind that the rectum curves about 3-5 inches into the body, so you'll want a dildo that's either curved or flexible enough to bend around the curve in the rectum.
  
  
• Hand-held or used in a harness: A hand can control the depth of penetration pretty well, but a harness makes it more difficult to gauge how deeply you are penetrating your partner. Women who dislike deep penetration might want to use a shorter dildo. Keep in mind that you will lose about half an inch of the dildo's length in a harness, so consider that when choosing. We recommend using the dildo in your hand first, so you get a good sense of how deeply you or your partner likes to be penetrated.

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