suboxone teeth lawsuit

I have been on This medication for 8 years. Talk to your health care professional if you have any questions or concerns. I work remotely now, because I'm so embarrassed! We regained our lives past opioid addiction maintaining healthy lifestyles, enjoying our children and advancing in our careers. It destroyed my teeth! Both of us have lost almost all of our teeth completely. She was not counseled to swish water or wait an hour after taking to brush teeth. its up to you to brush your teeth bro. The cost of fixing my teeth is in the tens of thousands of dollars. With that being said, when she had had enough of being addicted to something that would eventually kill her, she tried to quit cold turkey. I developed almost 20 cavities in 6 months being on this stuff. I quit cold turkey once I heard about the issue. I work remotely now, because I'm so embarrassed! Our time on Suboxone cost us out smiles and confidence. In 10 years I've never once had a medical provider tell me about the potential dental problems caused by this medication. I am so depressed about my teeth. I need help. I have been unable to stop using this drug because the withdrawal is excruciating. This is ridicules and the manufactures needs to be held accountable for this. The agency recommends patients take a large sip of water, swish it gently and swallow once the medication is completely dissolved in the mouth. Quickly realizing that kicking a heavy narcotic cold turkey was nearly impossible, she was sent to a Dr. with an XDEA and the ability to prescribe the cure all Suboxone. She trusted her provider to have her best interest at heart and was lied to. I was always complimented when I was younger about how straight and white my teeth were. Please help, I have been on Suboxone to treat opioid dependence. I started buprenorphine therapy not because of use disorder but because of chronic pain that needed management while I was out of a job and subsequently no insurance. I've been taking Belbuca 450mcg 2x a day for over 4 years. Now, I rarely smile and when I do I cover my mouth! I never had problems with my teeth, yet slowly my dental health became worse without an obvious cause. I had perfectly healthy teeth before taking this poison. Now Im 33, and I'm getting full bottom dental implants. I am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. I am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. This medication that was supposed to help me get off painkillers due to car accidents, has done nothing but ruin my life and take the one thing that was most important to me, my teeth. I have experienced everything the other commenters have described, but because I couldn't afford regular dental care prior to being put on Suboxone, I don't qualify for the class action lawsuit because I can't "prove it". There needs to be a lawsuit against them for this, and they should pay at a minimum enough to fix everyone's teeth, that has damage from the sub use. I need help. I need justice! Lol This can happen with anyone though. I feel like I'm wearing those vampire teeth we used to play with as kids. Very quickly did we learn that it was a lie. I had surgery which caused complications and was put on a very high mg of pain meds by my Dr. There needs to be a lawsuit against them for this, and they should pay at a minimum enough to fix everyone's teeth, that has damage from the sub use. Over this time my teeth have rapidly declined. This medication that was supposed to help me get off painkillers due to car accidents, has done nothing but ruin my life and take the one thing that was most importan[Show More]I am 45 years old and due to the Suboxone strips I've been taking, I recently just had to have all my teeth pulled and get dentures. I would have NEVER took his medication had I known that it would ruin my perfect teeth. I have lost all my back molars on the left upper side and now I am experiencing issues with the front eye tooth. I'm SOOOOOO embarrassed now that I can't smile without feeling so self conscious about my teeth that I have to cover my mouth! I had dentures at the age 32. I've been prescribed them for 9.5 years now. I would have gone a different route if I would have been told that this medication would[Show More]I had perfect teeth. I have taken Subutex/Suboxone for about 15 years as an off label prescription for pain. Symphony Health Metys. One by one, my teeth started falling out. 0. My dentist has been totally stumped about my mouth!! Never heard of the meds being a cause until I googled it. It has helped me to turn my life around, I have a stable good career, and a nice home. I'd rather be on pain killers still then have NO teeth! A search of the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database and the medical literature1,2 through December 31, 2018, identified 305 cases of dental adverse events reported with transmucosal buprenorphine use. Ive, Im reading these comments and its scary how much they sound like my wife and me. Ive been in it 15 years and my teeth are all breaking and falling apart. Untill the fda acknowledged it most doctor wouldnt even mention tooth decay and if they did they say it wasnt as bad as methadone I might be on sublocade now but the damage is done. I have been unable to stop using this drug because the withdrawal is excruciating. Including teeth. Someone needs to be held accountable in this because my dentist bills itself have cost me so much. This also has cau[Show More]my husband and I have both been prescribed Suboxone for several years with no knowledge of potential tooth decay, my husband lost all his teeth, and now has dentures at 31, and I also have had multiple fillings and teeth pulled, and issues. For me and my body tried and true used for close to 50 years methadone worked just fine. Ive been taking suboxone for like 14 yrs and never was told about the effect on my teeth. I had all my dental repairs up to date and during the past 5 years on suboxone my teeth have gotten horrible. Additional Information for Patients and Caregivers, Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder and Addiction, FDA: Information about Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), SAMHSA: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Additional Information for Health Care Professionals. Completely removed ALL adrenaline in my body along with sex drive!! I missed the first class action bc in my opinion it was suppressed. Its devastating absolutely devastating to lose your teeth this young after having a beautiful smile. As a result, buprenorphine can help prevent opioid withdrawal symptoms, as well as decrease intense cravings for opiates like heroin or painkillers. I was told I have prettty much no enamel on my teeth.. Get real. You sound stupid , jUsT BrUsH yOuR tEeTh, sorry bud,.. the shit effects the roots, you aint brushing that shit. While a By the time I was 25yrs old (3 years on Suboxone) I was having to get teeth removed. The average age of the patients in this case series was 41.8 years (range 18-71), and the median time to diagnosis was 24.25 months (range 0.5-182). Patients should wait at least 1 hour before brushing their teeth after using the medicine, which will allow the mouth to gradually return to oral homeostasis and avoid any mechanical damage that may occur due to brushing. I had a gorgeous smile and only ever had one cavity before going on Suboxone in 2012 with no warning about the risks to my smile My teeth are now rotting out of my head and I've got terrible tooth decay that I cannot afford to deal with! And, its side effects are much like those of opioids: tooth decay is one of many. There needs to be a lawsuit against them for this, and they should pay at a minimum enough to fix everyone's teeth, that has damage from the sub use. Was on perks for 2 years and my teeth where PERFECT. I want to know what I need to do to get help with getting implants. I was never warned about tooth loss. I unfortunately lost all of my teeth 4 years ago not knowing it was suboxone. I was never told that subutex would ruin my teeth but it's clear now. I was never told that this could be an adverse effect from this drug. Had I known this maybe I would've chose a different front medication or just make sure I could afford having more dental checkups, Suboxone completely ruined my teeth after 12 years of being on it I currently have no back/cracked teeth & my oral surgeon has quoted me 20k to repair/replace Because my teeth are either missing or broken I also struggle with digestive issues from not being able to chew my food properly I suffer with pain every single day I had good teeth before being prescribed Suboxone (I have proof) I also cu, Suboxone completely ruined my teeth after 12 years of being on it I currently have no back/cracked teeth & my oral surgeon has quoted me 20k to repair/replace Because my teeth are either missing or broken I also struggle with digestive issues from not being able to chew my food properly I suffer with pain every single day I had good teeth before being prescribed Suboxone (I have proof) I also currently go to get my teeth deep cleaned now every 3 months just to save what teeth I have left bc I cant afford 20k to replace The pain is unbearable My self esteem has been destroyed Im on a fixed income which is a struggle just to pay for my teeth cleanings every 3 months I would have never taken Suboxone if I would have known abt the dental issues it causes for there are other options out there & unfortunately now its too late for me, I started on Subutex in 2017 and after about a year was switched to suboxone. This had been the worst time of my life! After 9 years of being on Suboxone my smile is something I intentionally hide from the world out of fear of being judged or made fun of. However, it has WRECKED my teeth. I had dentures at the age 32. By neither her physician nor the pharmacist. It was a very upsetting time since I could not find the culprit, thus I made sure to pay even more attention to my teeth and followed an excellent oral health regimenwithout success. Before I started taking it I had normal issues. So I guess genetics, having children, and too much coffee with sweetener and creamer are to blame?! No withdrawals! I have paid the dentist so much money for root canals and crowns and posts and fillings!!! I'm SOOOOOO embarrassed now that I can't smile without feeling so self conscious about my teeth that I have to cover my mouth! I've had painful infections and several root canals. The cost of fixing my teeth is in the tens of thousands of dollars. And now theres no way I can afford 6 crowns and 3 root canals. Ive been taking suboxone for like 14 yrs and never was told about the effect on my teeth. I wish I wouldve known this was going to happen. Once they found the source of the issue my body had physically become dependant and the withdrawals were pure hell but I never moved to street or IV drugs so no that isn't the reason my teeth started breaking off. I began taking Suboxone to simply stop taking 3-4 loratabs a day to combat anxiety for about a year. I was given Suboxone so I could stop taking pain medication for an injury. I would appreciate your help. 8-year Top Contributor. Buprenorphine isn't a full opioid, so it does not cause euphoria or a "high" feeling. Like they should tell everyone on their first visit but they don't! Im so heartbroken. They are available as single-ingredient products and also in combination with naloxone. Should I still be worried about tooth decay cause the whole reason I switched to sublocade is because suboxone, any other film, and zubzolv all hurt my teeth the second I took them after a couple years taking 1 or the other. I wouldve chosen a different rout. Within months they all started falling out. Dental caries and periodontal disease among people who use drugs: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Counsel patients about the potential for dental problems and the importance of taking extra steps after the medicine has completely dissolved, including to gently rinse their teeth and gums with water and then swallow. Of the 305 cases, 151 reported the treatment for the adverse event, with tooth extraction/removal as the most common, which was reported in 71 cases. I have permanent infection in my jaw/gums that just won't go away even after finishing antibiotics. I've been on suboxone since 2012 and my teeth are complete shit now. I still have my bottom teeth. A new mouth you say? Two cracked and one in the FRONT, popped out and caught it in my hand. My dental problems got so bad after starting subutex, and someone should be held responsible. I'm so depressed I'd rather die then live like this!!!! Ive tried to get help with dentures but have no money. If anyone knows about a class action lawsuit please let me know where to go. I already suffered with major depression before my teeth were destroyed and now it's substantially worse. The amount of money pain and heartache its caused is overwhelming. I've had antibiotics 4 times in 3 months because of it. My mother took belbuca for 10 months and now has had to have numerous teeth pulled and replaced by implants, in addition to gum infections, and oral including tongue infections. Suzuki J, Park EM. I've been on suboxone films for 5 years and was not warned. They are tablets and films which dissolve under the tongue or placed against the inside of the cheek. My mouth is in so much pain all the t. I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. Exposure to the toxic herbicide Paraquat has been linked to a risk of Parkinson's disease. In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. Next month I have to have a procedure costi[Show More]Ive been on suboxone 4 years and have had to get all my teeth removed, 2 dental surgeries, and am in the process of getting dentures or denture implants. I have four lower teeth left but within a few month after I received a deep cleaning, my remaining teeth are now in such bad shape as well that my dentists is not sure if they can be saved or strong enough to hold a partial. Anyone knows how long it will take? Why is sublocade included? I was never informed of any negative side effects of buprenorphine therapy other than "the usual side effects of opioid management". I sure how they come out with a lawsuit were we who are suffering can get our teeth fixed. Now I hate leaving my house because I am soooo embarrassed it literally makes me cry. I had struggled with IV drug use since 2009. I still would not know about these major side effects had I not accidentally read a study from 2022 about it a few hours ago. My mouth is in so much pain all the t[Show More]I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. my husband and I have both been prescribed Suboxone for several years with no knowledge of potential tooth decay, my husband lost all his teeth, and now has dentures at 31, and I also have had multiple fillings and teeth pulled, and issues. Between these drug companies first failing to tell people how addictive opiates were, to then prescribing these as an alternative and failing to disclose the effects on your teeththey have ruined so many lives!! Suboxone is a medication used to treat opioid addiction, according to Drugs.com. I have been prescribed suboxone, both the tabs and films, first time was in 2013, I am currently still on the films. Suboxone weakens the bones around your teeth so they fall out. Bi was on Suboxone ten years. I lost 3 teeth. Was using suboxone for over 10yrs and was never told about tooth decay issue due to the meds. My teeth began to deteriorate while on subs too. I have a perpetual sore under my tongue from the medication! The last dentist I went to made me feel even worse as she acted like I was beyond fixing. The dentist is literally the scariest place for me to go to. Since this happening, I have watched her teeth fall apart one-by-one, I have watched her confidence dwindle away slowly as her smile became smaller and smaller. I have paid the dentist so much money for root canals and crowns and posts and fillings!!! I'm down to soft food only, and even that is almost impossible anymore. On Buprenorphine for almost 3 years. These serious dental problems have been reported even in patients with no history of dental issues, so refer them to a dentist as soon as possible after starting transmucosal buprenorphine. I was on drugs for many years, and my teeth only started rapidly decaying after trying to get better on Suboxone. The cost of fixing my teeth is in the tens of thousa. One broke off at the gum line, I just went to the dentist this week and they referred me to an oral suergon , the tooth next to that has a chunk that fell out & they are trying to do a root canal (if my insurance appro[Show More]Looking to see if there is a suboxone class action for dental problems. My mother has chronic back/neck pain secondary to genetics as well as old injuries. Over a span of 2 years, I have lost 3 healthy teeth as a result of taking Suboxone. Suzuki J, Mittal L, Woo SB. You should wait at least 1 hour before brushing your teeth to avoid damage to your teeth and give your mouth a chance to return to its natural state. For help finding opioid treatment centers nearest to you, visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. I have asked doctors repeatedly if this medication causes this and of course the only answer I get is not that I'm aware of. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site. I began taking suboxone in 2007, I have never taken more than a 1/4 of a strip at a time, I have lost all the top molars on one side of my mouth, 2 on the other, all the teeth along my gum line are black, and the only 2 teeth I have left that fit together and can chew with, are completely hollowed out and I'm unable to chew anything hot, cold, or crunchy at all. I was on drugs for almost 10 years and never had any problems with my teeth until I started taking suboxen now all my teeth are rotting breaking apart and I can't afford to fix them.the pain is unbearable sometimes. From my experience its more like 3/4 have issues(so should say most). We work to advance government policies that protect consumers and promote competition. In and out of rehabs nothing really worked for me until Suboxone. Patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) may have a higher incidence of poor dental health;4however, many cases described severe dental issues in patients with no reported prior history of dental problems (n=26). I used opiates for a year before starting suboxone. I should not have to walk around toothless. I had many fillings in the beginning but once those were filled no new tooth decay has popped up in almost 4 years., There's a class action lawsuit you could join, FINALLY..https://theclassactionnews.com/drugs-pharmaceuticals/suboxone-problems/. I am going to check into filing a lawsuit, if not, a class action lawsuit against the makers of Buprenorphine! I'm 38 yes old and it has ruined everything about my life! I live in Talkeetna, alaska. I feel like I'm wearing those vampire teeth we used to play with as kids. I still have my bottom teeth. Wish I would of at least been told to take precautions. I live in Talkeetna, alaska. Not cracked or nothing! FTC Opioid Addiction Treatment Suboxone Lawsuit Claim Form Deadline: December 1, 2020 Who's Eligible: U.S. consumers who were prescribed Suboxone Film between March 1, 2013 and Feb. 28, 2019 are eligible to file a claim for this FTC settlement. The worst part is that I don't have the money to get my teeth fixed! 2.The Suboxone causes dry mouth which makes your mouth a breeding ground for bacteria especially when you sleep with your mouth open like everone does 3.The dry mouth makes everyone drink more and alot of the times (like in my case) it's not always water, I hate water and drink Powerade. I never had any problems with my teeth until I started taking this medication. All in the name of profit. I will get a lawsuit going one way or another. In and out of rehabs nothing really worked for me until Suboxone. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. Its very sad and dentist are very expensive who can afford this when it does your teeth this bad. I had struggled with IV drug use since 2009. She went from being addicted to OxyContin to being dependent on Suboxone. My other teeth are starting to rot and have holes literally in them. It's no coincidence that I've lost only bottom teeth considering that they a. I had ZERO dental problems before I started taking Suboxone. I just found out this morning that this medicine (suboxone/ generic buprenorphine films and pills) is very bad for teeth. To make matters worse, I want to salvage what few teeth I have left and return to opioid analgesics but because of the new egregiously draconian laws surrounding buprenorphine use, no pain management will let me return to milder alternatives because they think you're a drug seeker. Like the other comments I to have been on this medication for a couple of years know before my teeth were ok and now I have only four teeth left my doctor brought this to my attention about this medication causing tooth decay and rotting teeth it blew me away to here this I can't afford dentures if I would of knew this I may not have started using it I think there should be compensation for de, Like the other comments I to have been on this medication for a couple of years know before my teeth were ok and now I have only four teeth left my doctor brought this to my attention about this medication causing tooth decay and rotting teeth it blew me away to here this I can't afford dentures if I would of knew this I may not have started using it I think there should be compensation for dental cost and are lively hood I can't eat anything with out hurting, Im reading these comments and its scary how much they sound like my wife and me. At bo point was I EVER warned that this medication would destroy not only my smile but my pride, self worth, mental health, marriage the list goes on and on. What is buprenorphine and how can it help me? We didnt choose opioid addiction, and we trusted our doctors when we were told This drug is safe; referring to both the opioids as well as the Suboxone. I have done everything I possibly can to prevent them from falling but sadly I believe I will need a dental bridge. I had perfect teeth before suboxone. 3 months ago they finally warned us in group and i said i knew it,i knew my teeth were rapidly messing up. Two cracked and one in the FRONT, popped out and caught it in my hand. I live in Talkeetna, alaska. By the time I was 25yrs old (3 years on Suboxone) I was having to get teeth removed. I wouldve chosen a different rout. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. I still have more work due. Counsel OUD patients they should use their buprenorphine only as prescribed and should not stop it because they can experience serious consequences, including relapse, misuse or abuse of other opioids, overdose, and death. Well imagine my surprise when I find out that this crisis of mine is actually a nationwide epidemic. Im thinking my teeth are heading in the same direction. (760) 891-5767. At the very least Big Pharma should be paying for all of our dental care. These medicines are available as tablets and films to be placed under the tongue or on the inside of the cheek and kept there until completely dissolved. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. The embarrassment and shame I feel is unbearable!! How many of you out there inThis situation agree with me that you'd rather die than to have to face the world with no teeth due to medicine that was supposed to make us better. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. With all of that being said. ANNNNNNND theres also loads that just want to scapegoat suboxone while not brusha brusha brushing like they are supposed to. At proper doses, buprenorphine also decreases the pleasurable effects of other opioids, making continued opioid use less appealing. Now I've had to have about $10,000 worth of work just in the last 2 years alone! The makers of this drug should be held accountable for this harm. I am having the last four teeth removed from my uppers on 4/22/22, as they are beyond repair. I have been on this medication for several years and TONS of issues with my teeth all the way from having multiple filling to even having teeth pulled! I was never told that this could be an adverse effect from this drug. After the medicine is completely dissolved, take a large sip of water, swish it gently around your teeth and gums, and swallow. Im a single mom to a child with autism on a fixed income so to say it has been hard is an understatement. The ones that are there are broken and decayed. Oh no! Dont judge unless youve lived it. If you are how is the health of the implants with continued MAT? I feel like I'm wearing those vampire teeth we used to play with as kids. I had perfect teeth before starting them, not even a single cavity. Then fill out their form, which they won't respond to, but it is the only way they track these "adverse effect" Then report if you are clinically depressed from losing your teeth and your looks. People complimented me on my teeth, and it became a source of pride. I have Medi. Buprenorphine/naloxone and dental caries: a case report. I've been on Suboxone since 2009 my teeth cause me great pain physically and mentally, it's caused break ups depression social anxiety, I never touched crack or anything that would cause this problem, what do I do? Im a 37 year old mother of 2 thats been on suboxone for 10 years. She was never informed there have been reports. I just assumed it was because of my past life style and it's just finally catching up to me which maybe that is part of it. Never heard of the meds being a cause until I googled it. My mouth is in so much pain all the time. . It was a painfully long process to fix my teeth and now I am embarrassed when I smile and it is difficult to eat many different types of food. My husband had to have his whole bottom pulled last year. Memo from Chair Lina M. Khan to commission staff and commissioners regarding the vision and priorities for the FTC.

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