Hey Warbaby1943...glad you found the way to us and I hope you'll enjoy your time here.

About your question: well, I haven't been to any professional so far (not sure whether I'd have the courage to do it, either *grins*), but I would hope that they sterilize anything they use - that should be standard. If I were to go there the first time - I'd ask them! And if they find your enquiry not submissive enough, too bold, a nuisance - whatever - I'd leave. I'm pretty sure though, that you probably get a positive reaction...after all, they do want you to come back, I hope.

Good luck and lots of fun on your journey! And let us know how it went...

Silke