Before anyone blames previous drug use on the reason my teeth had issues that is not the case. In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. Someone needs to be held accountable in this because my dentist bills itself have cost me so much. Had I known this maybe I would've chose a different front medication or just make sure I could afford having more dental chec[Show More]Just in a few years I have been taking this medication I've had multiple teeth pulled my front tooth crack and almost every tooth has decay in it. It had NO DECAY. We both started taking subutex at the same time and now,years later, we are both about to get dentures. I have been prescribed Suboxone for 4 years. I never would of thought it was the medication rotting my teeth out but it sure finally all made sense once I heard other people's story and how there's a big fuss over it all now. 3 months ago they finally warned us in group and i said i knew it,i knew my teeth were rapidly messing up. I lost all of my teeth 3 to 4 years after starting suboxone. Everyone knows how long you have to wait for a dentist appointment and when ive went i need a oral surgeon. I wish they would have told me about this when I first started the medicine 6 years ago and before it destroyed almost every Toth in my mouth. 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. I've had multiple root canals recently, a tooth just pulled, another tooth just crumbled apart so i have 1/2 a tooth there and the rest are so sensitive and I can see cavities that need to be filled. Something HAS TO BE DONE!! Im afraid by the time im 35 its gonna be horrible. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. 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 in my life did i even have a cavity my smile was my pride. Very frustrating and horrible for the self-esteem. Even the doctors claim it doesn't but dentists can see how it would and more and more people are having this problem after being on the medication for long periods of time. FDA is warning that cases of dental adverse events, some severe, have been reported following the use of transmucosal buprenorphine-containing medicines. And not to mention, there may be a lawsuit against the makers of suboxone now too? I look forward to hearing back from you, thanks for your time. I'd rather be on pain killers still then have NO teeth! We were never informed that to get clean it would cost us our smiles. Period. I have 3 left to go and they come out May 4th. The comprehensive approach of buprenorphine combined with counseling and other behavioral therapies is often one of the most effective ways to treat OUD. Idk why the dont make a sweetener free version like with liquid methadone doesnt take a genius to know that tak[Show More]I get it for all the oral forms. The amount of money pain and heartache its caused is overwhelming. Id love to know how many other people were told by dentists and doctors that it doesnt affect the teeth(2002-2017). At proper doses, buprenorphine also decreases the pleasurable effects of other opioids, making continued opioid use less appealing. 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. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. Since I started this medication Ive had nothing but problems. I lost 3 teeth. Its very sad and dentist are very expensive who can afford this when it does your teeth this bad. Not cracked or nothing! Brushing should be avoided for at least an hour after. I decided I wanted to stop around 2010 and looked for a doctor. Some cases specifically mentioned involvement of 11 to 12 or more teeth, as well as all teeth in 11 cases. Its devastating absolutely devastating to lose your teeth this young after having a beautiful smile. Been on Suboxone since 2007, 15 yrs Five or six years ago notice that my teeth were shrinking losing a little by little now I have a little Chiclets in the front of my mouth I have trouble with smiling I cover my teeth in my top lip and a smile now looking for a lawsuit to get my teeth fixed dont get me wrong its a box and save my life but back then I didnt know my teeth were gonna be destroye, Been on Suboxone since 2007, 15 yrs Five or six years ago notice that my teeth were shrinking losing a little by little now I have a little Chiclets in the front of my mouth I have trouble with smiling I cover my teeth in my top lip and a smile now looking for a lawsuit to get my teeth fixed dont get me wrong its a box and save my life but back then I didnt know my teeth were gonna be destroyed because of it please help, I find it very coincidental that the FDA puts out a warning against suboxone and now everyone seems to be coming out of the woodwork, stating they have problems with their teeth..? 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'm a single mom of 3 boys and can't even afford the dental college to get it fixed once starting Suboxone it got so bad fast. Over a span of 2 years, I have lost 3 healthy teeth as a result of taking Suboxone. I used to be a model and musician, however, since I lost my teeth I also lost any confidence and have not played any concerts since my face feels complete alien to me. I was never warned of this being a side effect I even used to read the booklet they had on the bottle for the Drs. Then fill out their form, which they won't respond to, but it is the only way they track these "adverse ef[Show More]People could start by telling the truth. Started taking Suboxone in 2009 (orange octagons) when they were first released in Alabama for 2-3yrs its was an "all natural" with ZERO side effects. Little did we know Suboxone wasnt going to be the magic pill we all thought it would be. Since I started this medication Ive had nothing but problems. I'm in my 40's and I have been on Subutex for about 4yrs. My mother has chronic back/neck pain secondary to genetics as well as old injuries. I am 32 years old and need FULL set of dentures. Your comment has been sent to the mods for approval because you do not meet our minimum karma requirement. I am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. What should health care professionals do? I wish I wouldve known this was going to happen. But hell I also think they should of told me that these things are harder to come off of than what I was originally addicted to but they didn't. Inform your health care professional if you have a history of tooth problems, including cavities. Now I stuck at 32 with no teeth and cant af. Then I have to have some kind of surgery before I can even get dentures and that's not till August. I have had to apply for a grant in order to get them. The companies agreed to pay $60 million to consumers to settle the FTC charges. If I knew my teeth would be disintegrating out of my mouth. There are beginning to be many complaints about suboxone similar to yours. Now, I rarely smile and when I do I cover my mouth! We both started taking subutex at the same time and now,years later, we are both about to get dentures. I have Medi[Show More]I've been in Suboxone since 2012. 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. Listen NONE of us were warned. If you are wondering what to do, start bu calling the FDA and reporting it to a real person. Something HAS TO BE DONE!! Spot the latest COVID scams, get compliance guidance, and stay up to date on FTC actions during the pandemic. You think you would told about side effects of this magnitude. I will get a lawsuit going one way or another. 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. There is no way around this happening, I religiously brushed 2x daily, flossed twice daily, fluoride rinse at night, with dental appts every 6 months. I've had painful infections and several root canals. She was prescribed OxyContin back when they told people it was non-habit forming. Data 2010-2020. I cannot get used to that. I had beautiful teeth before I started this medication and I never had any dental issues either until I started suboxone. Buprenorphine was approved in 2002 as a tablet to be administered under the tongue to treat OUD. They would break off to the gums one by one. Idk why the dont make a sweetener free version like with liquid methadone doesnt take a genius to know that tak. Now I have gaps where my teeth used to be, and also broken teeth that fall out in chunks. Im absolutely devastated.. this doesnt seem so fair :(. My mother didnt ask for any of this. A lawsuit against hair relaxer manufacturers claims a Michigan woman developed uterine cancer and endometrial cancer due to exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals used in hair straightener formulas. I am in need of dentures, now. I have Medi Cal for my dental insurance and they've denied most of my procedures. The amount of money pain and heartache its caused is overwhelming. Like they should tell everyone on their first visit but they don't! I am 32 years old and need FULL set of dentures. I was never warned. I have been on and off of suboxone for over 10 years. Because we come to a narrow precipice where I have to decide whether or not I'm going to probably lose my job because I'm gonna have to cold turkey this medicine at some point and I would rather lose my job and go cold turkey than to live without my teeth. Was using suboxone for over 10yrs and was never told about tooth decay issue due to the meds. It had NO DECAY. I have been on Suboxone since 2017, unaware that's the reason for my dental issues as my Dr never mentioned it. My prescribing doctor just told my about the potential of losing teeth as a result of using Subutex in February 2022. Other cases reported requiring root canals, dental surgery, and other procedures such as crowns and implants. Getting too embarrassed to even go in a store much less work. I developed almost 20 cavities in 6 months being on this stuff. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3907320/, Sublingual Buprenorphine and Dental Problems: A Case Series, My teeth were horrible from meth and heroin use prior to subs. By the time I was 25yrs old (3 years on Suboxone) I was having to get teeth removed. It's so unfair to so many people and they should be held accountable for valuing money over peoples lives! Suboxone is a sublingual medication (under tongue). I had perfect teeth. Many cases were reported by health care professionals and provided documentation of extensive dental adverse events including all upper, all lower, all, majority, most, multiple teeth, and rampant decay. The cases often noted the number of teeth involved, with 113 cases mentioning two or more teeth. Likely 4 root canals still coming. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. I had perfect teeth before starting them, not even a single cavity. Please help, I have been on Suboxone to treat opioid dependence. Im online often and didnt see it once. Patients taking the drug should also make sure to have regular dental checkups while taking buprenorphine and to notify their doctor and dentist immediately if they experience problems with their teeth and gums. Otherwise, the judge will just say its up to you to take care of your teeth after you put stuff in your mouth probably, I dunno Theres something to thisprobably in 20 years from now theyll admit to it. Same here been on subtext and Suboxone all my teeth are falling out or decaying very bad. I needed it for 2 weeks. Period. I had a full set of X-rays taken about 6 months apart (changed dentists and insurance) and started Suboxone (Belbuca) right around the first set of X-rays. Thanks a lot!!! Now I hate leaving my house because I am soooo embarrassed it literally makes me cry. And of course no matter how bad it gets, it's too hard to stop bc they never told any of us from day 1 how addictive they actually were! Suboxone and methadone both royally destroy your teeth. I need help. No withdrawals! Not cracked or nothing! I would not have been able to do any of that without it. It landed me in the ER 3 times. If you are wondering what to do, start bu calling the FDA and reporting it to a real person. I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. From my experience its more like 3/4 have issues(so should say most). I'm a single mom of 3 boys and can't even afford the dental college to get it fixed once starting Suboxone it got so bad fast. 2.5 million people in the U.S. taking Suboxone. They should be held responsible for many people for not warning patients of the dental risk. Suboxone Class Action Lawsuit There have been more than thirty complaints filed with the FDA regarding suboxone film exposure. I have four teeth remaining on my lowers, and they are also beyond repair. Ive been on suboxone off and on for almost 10 years, not once was I warned about the dental problems that have ruined my life in many ways its not rite, something Needs to be done. In addition, although most of the cases were in patients using transmucosal buprenorphine products for OUD, there was a subset of patients (n=28) who experienced severe dental adverse events while receiving pain-only indicated products (e.g., Belbuca) or stated the indication was for pain. The benefits of buprenorphine medicines clearly outweigh the risks, particularly in the treatment of OUD. By neither her physician nor the pharmacist. My husband had to have his whole bottom pulled last year[Show More]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 had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. I'm so ashamed and in constant pain, I desperately need help and I have no idea where to turn!!! She was never informed there have been reports. I have never heard that suboxone causes tooth issues. My mouth is in so much pain all the time. Medical Malpractice Attorney in Las Vegas, NV. I was NEVER warned from doctors or pharmacy about the damage this medication will cause. And of course no matter how bad it gets, it's too hard to stop bc they never told any of us from day 1 how addictive they actually were! That was years ago. To help FDA track safety issues with medicines, report adverse events involving transmucosal buprenorphine or other medicines to the FDA MedWatch program, using the information in the "Contact Us" box at the bottom of this page. It has helped me to turn my life around, I have a stable good career, and a nice home. No ONE once told me this COULD happen!!!!!! My mouth is in so much pain all the t. I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. Ive tried to get help with dentures but have no money. First Name * Last Name Email * Case Description FREE Confidential Case Review I have been unable to stop using this drug because the withdrawal is excruciating. I have paid the dentist so much money for root canals and crowns and posts and fillings!!! Yes its benefits of helping me live a pain free life of sobriety is great- but so are the teeth in my mouth that Ive spent my entire life caring for. The constant agony. Same I started out with the tablets in 2010 and a year later I had rotten teeth. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. The cherry on top of all this is dealing with tooth pain every time another tooth breaks in half. The teeth were not fixable. How good is someones quality of life when they are ashamed to smile and are in too much pain to eat!!! If i knew the impact i wouldn't have started these at all. I have Medi Cal for my dental insurance and they've denied most of my procedures. Two cracked and one in the FRONT, popped out and caught it in my hand. So much I had even told my husband that I didn't understand why 4 yrs after addiction my teeth were going to sh!t but not during addiction and that I must finally be paying for all that I had done before.Over the past several months I have been going through the process of getting all my teeth removed. The cherry on top of all this is dealin, Never in my life did i even have a cavity my smile was my pride. My name is Crystal fox. 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. 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. I would appreciate help holding someone responsible for this. Can someone let me know of any nationwide lawsuits I may be able to research? Many cases reported a combination of dental decay, tooth loss, and tooth fractures in numerous teeth. I was always complimented when I was younger about how straight and white my teeth were. Ive started using my own voice about it and it keeps getting louder. Since I started this medication Ive had nothing but problems. These strategies will include recommending that prescribers refer patients to dental care services and encourage them to have regular checkups while taking these products. The dental problems, including tooth decay, cavities, oral infections, and loss of teeth, can be serious and have been reported even in patients with no history of dental issues. There needs to be a class action lawsuit over this How much money have the pharmaceutical companies made on this drug? 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. So much that my dentist said as along as I keep taking care of them I may never need major dental work. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); A lawsuit filed against the makers of Similac and Enfamil cow's milk infant formula products claims a child suffered life-long injuries due to necrotizing enterocolitis complications. 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!! So much I had even told my husband that I didn't understand why 4 yrs after addiction my teeth were going to sh!t but not during addiction and that I must finally be paying for all that I had done before.Over the past several months I have been going through the process of getting all my teeth removed. I live in Talkeetna, alaska. Suboxone weakens the bones around your teeth so they fall out. It tasted terrible and made me feel weird. But after hearing this maybe there is something else going on. I still have my bottom teeth. Why is sublocade included? If you were to look at our photos From then till now, it would not look like two people who were Free from opioid addiction; living a normal and healthy lifestyle. I had struggled with IV drug use since 2009. They've known about the tooth decay issues for years. We are requiring a new warning about the risk of dental problems be added to the prescribing information and the patient Medication Guide for all buprenorphine-containing medicines dissolved in the mouth. All in the name of profit. Never heard of the meds being a cause until I googled it. Shes. The makers of the opioid addiction treatment Suboxone have agreed to pay $300 million to settle allegations raised by several states, claiming Indivior falsely advertised the drug as safer and. I'm finally free of this drug that literally destroyed my body. My husband is a disabled vetera[Show More]I filled out the paperwork for the lawsuit. I hardly go out anymore because I used to have a beau. Although Im sure there are some hot shot lawyers I cant afford to save my life to find a way around it. So many of us are in the same situation. Now Im 33, and I'm getting full bottom dental implants. Now I'm having to live with the too[Show More]I have been on suboxone for 4 years, i didn't have dental problems until I started, iam only 39 yrs old, now everyone of mine has tooth decay or broken and missing and it is so hard to be able to afford getting them fixed. At the very least Big Pharma should be paying for all of our dental care. 2. I only now saw it as a warning from the pharmacy and saw the FDA made them start stating this as a side effect in Jan 2022. Im afraid to eat half the time because I am scared my teeth will break or fall out because of how they feel. Someone needs to be held accountable because most insurance won't cover the repair of the extensive damage that has been done and I don't have the money to pay for the oral surgery and implants! I just want to be able to smile again. Something needs to be done to rectify the trauma that has been done to patients teeth!!! 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. I cannot stop it because the withdrawal is excruciating. In 2019 and 2020, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached settlements with the companies responsible for Suboxone, a prescription drug used to treat opioid addiction. I have been on suboxone for 4 years, i didn't have dental problems until I started, iam only 39 yrs old, now everyone of mine has tooth decay or broken and missing and it is so hard to be able to afford getting them fixed. 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". But after hearing this maybe there is something else going on. I unfortunately lost all of my teeth 4 years ago not knowing it was suboxone. So I guess genetics, having children, and too much coffee with sweetener and creamer are to blame?! My mom never wanted to become addicted to a narcotic. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. I've been on Suboxone for 3-1/2 years for opiate dependence. Let's ask those taking suboxone, that are in recovery, how often they went to the dentist or how well they took care of their teeth, whe[Show More]I find it very coincidental that the FDA puts out a warning against suboxone and now everyone seems to be coming out of the woodwork, stating they have problems with their teeth..? I look forward to hearing back from you, thanks for your time. A dentist even askes me once had I ever had braces, that's how perfect my teeth were!! These only include cases reported to FDA* or published in the medical literature,1,2 so there may be additional cases about which we are unaware. Suboxone has taken away so many things from my mother, but it also has taken away so much from our family. I've had antibiotics 4 times in 3 months because of it. There was no warning label there never is on anything or a side affect on your paper that went this far I only have one tooth to chew on now. 4 years later here I sit I had chalked it up to putting my body thru too much over the years never a medication that was meant to save my life- my teeth are rottting. Similac and Enfamil Cow's Milk Formula Caused Preterm Infant To Develop NEC, Lawsuit Claims, Lawsuit Against Hair Relaxer Manufacturers Alleges Black Women Targeted, Without Disclosing Cancer Risks, Paraquat Health Side Effects Hidden By Syngenta Since 1950s, Uncovered Documents Reveal. I am only 30 years old. I get it for all the oral forms. I have permanent infection in my jaw/gums that just won't go away even after finishing antibiotics. For those suffering from addiction to opioids, the benefits of using buprenorphine medicines clearly outweigh the risks and should be considered in conjunction with counseling and other behavioral therapies. I know its the suboxone. Started taking Suboxone in 2009 (orange octagons) when they were first released in Alabama for 2-3yrs its was an "all natural" with ZERO side effects. Everyone I've been on Suboxone my teeth are breaking like sticks I have no sexdrive can't remember hardly anything an I feel like crap all the time. If Id have known Id not taken the medicine. I had dentures at the age 32. A new mouth you say? Suboxen saved my life, but if I would have known about the withdrawals and the tooth decay I would have never started taking them. 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 approves it) & I have other issues that they will work on after but those are the most 2 serious right now. By the time I was 25yrs old (3 years on Suboxone) I was having to get teeth removed. From my experience its more like 3/4 have issues(so should say most). I cannot stop it because the withdrawal is excruciating. I was vibrant, outgoing, and happy person. Your dentist can customize a tooth decay prevention plan for you. Wheres the class action? Newly-revealed internal documents reveal Syngenta suspected a connection between Paraquat and Parkinson's disease, and other health risks, for decades. This is ridicules and the manufactures needs to be held accountable for this.