Did Suboxone ruin your teeth? Thousands are filing lawsuits after suffering severe decay, fractures, and tooth loss due to the drug's acidity.
2025 Status: Lawsuits are rapidly consolidating. If you suffered dental damage, you must file before the statute of limitations expires in your state.
Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is widely used to treat opioid addiction. While effective for recovery, the sublingual film is highly acidic. When held under the tongue for absorption, it creates a corrosive environment that can rapidly destroy tooth enamel.
Patients allege that manufacturers knew about this risk for years but failed to warn doctors or patients until forced by the FDA. Many users with healthy teeth experienced sudden, catastrophic decay requiring tens of thousands of dollars in dental work.
The FDA issued a public warning linking buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth to dental problems, including tooth decay, cavities, oral infections, and loss of teeth.
Victims are reporting severe complications, often occurring shortly after starting treatment:
Dental work is incredibly expensive. Lawsuits aim to recover these costs plus damages for the pain and embarrassment caused.
Reimbursement for fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, implants, extractions, and oral surgery.
Compensation for physical pain, difficulty eating, social embarrassment, and emotional distress.
Courts may punish manufacturers for allegedly withholding safety information to protect profits.
Estimated Values: Settlements can range from tens of thousands to over $100,000 depending on the extent of reconstructive surgery needed.
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