Howd she do it? I missed the first class action bc in my opinion it was suppressed. We are always encouraging our 4 teenage daughters to be confident in who they are, and to not let other peoples judgment or opinions of them alter their path or steal their confidence. FDA: Transmucosal Buprenorphine Medications Linked to Dental Issues I has perfect teeth! Suboxone claimed it does t cause dental problems even though the medicine is taken sublingually and does cause dry mouth. Please please tell your story so we can gain recognition and are able to hold the makers of Suboxone responsible for their lack of transparency about its awful side effects. Smoking and chewing tobacco are two of the most common causes. I had dentures at the age 32. Well imagine my surprise when I find out that this crisis of mine is actually a nationwide epidemic. Wow. Toothache here and there and I hate 2 root canals didnt think anything of it. I now have custody of my kids, a stable 40 hour a week job, my own home, and back in school for my B.B.A. More 855-543-DRUG (3784) and press 4druginfo@fda.hhs.gov. Maybe if you can prove somehow that it eats away at your teeth within hours or some shit rofl. I just wish I would have known about the dental risks beforehand. Id love to know how many other people were told by dentists and doctors that it doesnt affect the teeth(2002-2017). 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'm down to soft food only, and even that is almost impossible anymore. I had struggled with IV drug use since 2009. I have been on suboxone since 2016, Im in the process of being tapered off of it. I am only 30 years old. Im absolutely devastated.. this doesnt seem so fair :(. There are options out there besides suboxone that dont have this side effect that could of been taken but due to suboxone manufacturers not disclosing this I didnt know it was something I needed to worry about. The cost of fixing my teeth is in the tens of thousands of dollars. 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. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. 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..? Never smoked meth or crack. I am having the last four teeth removed from my uppers on 4/22/22, as they are beyond repair. 2. After a couple years of use my teeth literally started crumbling about to the point they would break off to the gum. I am having the last four teeth removed from my uppers on 4/22/22, as they are beyond repair. I never smile if i do i turn my head away from people and have to get antibiotics for infections. I was on drugs for many years, and my teeth only started rapidly decaying after trying to get better on Suboxone. I wish this I knew that before I starting taking this crap! Someone should be responsible for the damage, bc we can not afford to fix our teeth properly. Prior to starting suboxone I never even had cavities. Now I am just a shell of my former self. 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. I still have my bottom teeth. Thanks. I have been on belbuca for 2 years. my husband has six teeth remaining on the top, all of which are broken, decayed, or infected. 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 estimated number of prescriptions dispensed from U.S. outpatient retail and mail-order pharmacies increased from 11 million in 2014 to 16 million in 2020. My dentist didnt say anything about the medication being to blame but that its mostly genetics and having children can mess with your teeth. I have paid the dentist so much money for root canals and crowns and posts and fillings!!! 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 am having the last four teeth removed from my uppers on 4/22/22, as they are beyond repair. 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. These people need to pay for the harm they have caused us! When combined with counseling and other behavioral therapies, this comprehensive MAT approach is often the most effective way for treating OUD, and can help sustain recovery and prevent or reduce opioid overdose. Booked another appointment at a different place wait 6 months the oral surgeon had a baby and wont be in. Regular exposure to chemicals in hair relaxer may cause uterine cancer, ovarian cancer and other injuries. Whoever made the Suboxone needs to pay for them. Our mission is protecting consumers and competition by preventing anticompetitive, deceptive, and unfair business practices through law enforcement, advocacy, and education without unduly burdening legitimate business activity. I hardly go out anymore because I used to have a beautiful smile and now it's disgusting. God only knows what it's doing to our bones. No withdrawals! According to the alert, the FDA is already aware of over 300 cases of dental problems, of which 131 have been classified as serious. I have permanent infection in my jaw/gums that just won't go away even after finishing antibiotics. i have false teeth ,just one month ago . The medication helped save my life b. I was prescribed Suboxone several times from 2010 to 2028. I lost all of my teeth 3 to 4 years after starting suboxone. I needed it for 2 weeks. I have lost 2 teeth and have broken 3 others, as well as had other dental emergencies. 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. No withdrawals! Medical Malpractice Attorney in Las Vegas, NV. This is amazing yet when I started reaching out to doctor about the potential risks of tooth decay (as i had started experiencing rapid tooth decay and loss of teeth) I was told time and time again that suboxone doesnt do this. Other cases reported requiring root canals, dental surgery, and other procedures such as crowns and implants. I had perfect teeth before starting them, not even a single cavity. Over this time my teeth have rapidly declined. I've been in Suboxone since 2012. I filled out the paperwork for the lawsuit. Listen NONE of us were warned. They inhibit saliva production causing dry mouth (especially while you are sleeping) which is horrible for teeth. Suboxone teeth decay lawsuits : r/suboxone - reddit 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. we both have had to go to the dental school to obtain dental services, and you can all but imagine the torture we have had to endure. I can't afford insurance I've had bone loss so dentures aren't working for my top. This will require expert testimony from one or more dentist and other medical professionals familiar with the effects of the drug. Was on perks for 2 years and my teeth where PERFECT. I am going to check into filing a lawsuit, if not, a class action lawsuit against the makers of Buprenorphine! I had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. That was years ago. So many of us are in the same situation. I did not abuse my medication, I took them as my Dr said and was on them over a year. Now I am just a shell of my former self. Your comment will still be posted, just with a slight delay! The amount of money pain and heartache its caused is overwhelming. Suddenly stopping the treatment could lead to serious consequences, including withdrawal symptoms or opioid relapse, which can result in an overdose and death. It has helped me to turn my life around, I have a stable good career, and a nice home. I have been on This medication for 8 years. Patients using the medication to treat opioid use disorder can take extra steps to reduce the risk of dental problems, the FDA indicates. Anyone knows how long it will take? I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. My husband and I both started taking Suboxone in 2015. 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. How good is someones quality of life when they are ashamed to smile and are in too much pain to eat!!! I have cavities on every single tooth, and another one broke just last week. I began taking Suboxone to simply stop taking 3-4 loratabs a day to combat anxiety for about a year. I developed almost 20 cavities in 6 months being on this stuff. I have 3 left to go and they come out May 4th. I have lost a lot of weight because it is too painful to eat because of the decay and teeth broken off into pieces in my gums! Some cases reported dental problems occurring as soon as 2 weeks after treatment began, with the median time to diagnosis being approximately 2 years after starting treatment. I have been on suboxone since 2014. No ONE once told me this COULD happen!!!!!! I was supposed to be weaned after four months (per my doctor). This is amazing yet when I started reaching out to doctor about the potential risks of tooth decay (as i had started experiencing rapid tooth decay and loss of teeth) I was told time and time again that suboxone doesnt do this. My dental problems have impacted my facial structure, my mental health, and overall quality of life more than I could've ever guessed. This is not only a travesty for those of us who have legitimate pain but also a conspiracy on the part of the clinics and drug manufacturers to get you onto a drug that's cheaper for them to distribute. Little did we know Suboxone wasnt going to be the magic pill we all thought it would be. I just want to be able to smile again. So much that my dentist said as along as I keep taking care of them I may never need major dental work. I would appreciate your help. [Show More]Listen NONE of us were warned. 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. I have permanent infection in my jaw/gums that just won't go away even after finishing antibiotics. We both started taking subutex at the same time and now,years later, we are both about to get dentures. I had surgery which caused complications and was put on a very high mg of pain meds by my Dr. The packa[Show More]I was given Suboxone so I could stop taking pain medication for an injury. I have done everything I possibly can to prevent them from falling but sadly I believe I will need a dental bridge. Can I get my teeth fixed at the least for my tooth decay from - Avvo The above article says 300 have suffered tooth loss. 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 am up late again due to another infection in my teeth. I had all my dental repairs up to date and during the past 5 years on suboxone my teeth have gotten horrible. 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. Reply In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. My teeth are literally crumbling. Inform your health care professional if you have a history of tooth problems, including cavities. I've been on suboxone since 2012 and my teeth are complete shit now. I would have gone a different route if I would have been told that this medication would[Show More]I had perfect teeth. My mother has chronic back/neck pain secondary to genetics as well as old injuries. My husband had to have his whole bottom pulled last year, and had to get a denture bc they ate his teeth up so bad! I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. These companies, including the FDA care nothing about us. Military service members between 2003 and 2015 may be eligible for a 3M earplug lawsuit payout over hearing damage or tinnitus. I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. I think there is a class action suit against the drugmaker for dental decay. Now, I rarely smile and when I do I cover my mouth! Been on suboxone for 5 years teeth were in good shape and now I barley have any healthy teeth left. This was of course, a lie. I am immensely disappointed in the lack of communication about these life altering side effects from the the makers of these drugs since they took everything from memy confidence, my looks, my self-esteem, and my Hopefully somehow[Show More]Been on buprenorphine since 2010. I regret it so much. The embarrassment and shame I feel is unbearable!! It is a partial opiate and is not believed to cause a significant reduction of saliva in the mouth. There is approximately $500,000 left in the settlement fund. 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. I was spending $400 a month early on. FTC Opioid Addiction Treatment Suboxone Class Action Lawsuit I never had any problems with my teeth until I started taking this medication. I now have the worst teeth ever most of them gone and cant afford to get new teeth unless I get dentures. I was told I have prettty much no enamel on my teeth.. With that being said, when she had had enough of being add[Show More]My mother has chronic back/neck pain secondary to genetics as well as old injuries. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. I think if there was real scientific research they would see a correspondence with subs and tooth decay. Visit the dentist for regular checkups while taking this medicine. Notify your health care professionals immediately and seek dental treatment if you experience any problems with your teeth or gums while taking buprenorphine medicines that are dissolved in the mouth. Ive spent more time. I missed the first class action bc in my opinion it was suppressed. Lol This can happen with anyone though. With that being said, when she had had enough of being add. 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 constant agony. I am in need of dentures, now. Now I have gaps where my teeth used to be, and also broken teeth that fall out in chunks. In terms of what drugs cause tooth decay, Suboxone is not a regular offender. Now, when the hell is someone gonna give a crap enough to move forward with representation for us? Ive been taking suboxone for like 14 yrs and never was told about the effect on my teeth. 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. Before suboxone I had beautiful healthy teeth that I got a lot of compliments on. I lost 3 teeth. And, its side effects are much like those of opioids: tooth decay is one of many. I've been prescribed them for 9.5 years now. Federal drug regulators are warning about potential side effects of buprenorphine, indicating that the drug often prescribed to combat opioid addiction may cause tooth decay, infection, and other dental issues.