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What are the three types of female orgasm?

Apr 17, 2024

French sociomedical researcher Odile Fillod, who created the first 3D model of a clitoris, discusses the three types of female orgasm. They delve into the distinctions between clitoral and vaginal orgasms, challenging the idea of only one type of orgasm. Ongoing research on female pleasure and orgasmic disorders is emphasized.

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Odile Fillod

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Quick takeaways

The clitoris is the primary organ of female pleasure, with both external and internal components that can be stimulated for pleasure.

Research has identified three distinct types of female orgasms: wave-like contractions, tension-based volcano, and sustained avalanche contractions, shedding light on female pleasure experiences.

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Understanding the Female Clitoris Anatomy

The primary female sexual pleasure organ is the clitoris, consisting of an external part with glands and a hood and a larger internal part extending into the vagina. The clitoris's glands contain numerous sensory receptors, making touch here particularly pleasurable. Additionally, the internal parts can be stimulated through pressure applied via the vagina using a finger, penis, or sex toy.

Exploring the Three Types of Female Orgasm and Ongoing Research on Female Pleasure

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While it remains a complex phenomenon, the female orgasm is becoming a focus of more and more medical studies. Back in 2016, French sociomedical researcher Odile Fillod created the first ever 3D model of a clitoris, changing the way we think about female pleasure. And since then, we've learned a fair amount more about the different possible types of orgasm that a woman can have.

We often talk about clitoral and vaginal orgasms! Is that really an accurate distinction? So are we saying there's only one type of orgasm then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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