My other teeth are starting to rot and have holes literally in them. My mouth is in so much pain all the t. I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. I believed this would be a start of a better life. I cant afford to even begin to have my mouth fixed!! Thanks a lot!!! Do not suddenly stop taking your buprenorphine medicine without first talking to your health care professional as it could lead to serious consequences, including relapse to opioid misuse or abuse that could result in overdose and death. Despite this, the benefits of buprenorphine medicines clearly outweigh the risks. Other cases reported requiring root canals, dental surgery, and other procedures such as crowns and implants. Someone else's job to do the right thing for God sakes, When I started taking Buprenorphine over 4 yrs ago I had BEAUTIFUL teeth! The above article says 300 have suffered tooth loss. People could start by telling the truth. 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. 3 months ago they finally warned us in group and i said i knew it,i knew my teeth were rapidly messing up. I now have had to have all top teeth pulled and now I have a denture in place. I never had any dental issues until I started suboxone and no one informed me that this could be a side effect. Suboxen saved my life, but if I would have known about the withdrawals and the tooth decay I would have never started taking them. No need to fund a study brother, somebody already did. I missed the first class action bc in my opinion it was suppressed. Oh no! I wouldve chosen a different rout. I was NEVER warned from doctors or pharmacy about the damage this medication will cause. By the time I was 25yrs old (3 years on Suboxone) I was having to get teeth removed. Im absolutely devastated.. this doesnt seem so fair :(, I have been on suboxone since 2016, Im in the process of being tapered off of it. 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. I cannot stop it because the withdrawal is excruciating. Going to see a dentist but I know I cant afford $20,000 of dental work neither. Switched to Subzolv bc of the nodding a[Show More]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. 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. Because they never included tooth decay in their disclaimers. Ive spent more time at the dentist since I began suboxone than I have my entire life. Ive been on suboxone for over 6 years and my teeth are making me sick now because they are rotting away. Its devastating absolutely devastating to lose your teeth this young after having a beautiful smile. Dental caries and periodontal disease among people who use drugs: a systematic review and meta-analysis. She weened herself off of the drug little by little until she was eventually at an 8th of the film and even then the whole family had to watch her kick the sheets for almost a week once she dropped it. When taking your buprenorphine medicine and after it is completely dissolved, take a large sip of water, swish it gently around your teeth and gums, and swallow. In fact, none of us knew that we weren't supposed to be on it for longer than A certain amount of time yet we also all know that these doctors push it and push it and when you're done with the opioid addiction they push it some more with "pain control." there is no gas, only shots in my gums, so they can pull the stumps of my once beautiful teeth out, and give me dentures. I was NEVER warned from doctors or pharmacy about the damage this medication will cause. I have been on Suboxone since 2017, unaware that's the reason for my dental issues as my Dr never mentioned it. 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! I've been in Suboxone since 2012. I live in Talkeetna, alaska. I had all my dental repairs up to date and during the past 5 years on suboxone my teeth have gotten horrible. Im a 37 year old mother of 2 thats been on suboxone for 10 years. I work remotely now, because I'm so embarrassed! This comprehensive MAT approach is often one of the most effective ways to treat OUD, and can help sustain recovery and prevent or reduce opioid overdose. I never smile if i do i turn my head away from people and have to get antibiotics for infections. Im only 37 and am completely toothless and have paid over $3000 for dental work and still have lots more to go. Two cracked and one in the FRONT, popped out and caught it in my hand. My doctor told me she has multiple patients with similar issues. Its only my bottom 2 teeth. I have permanent infection in my jaw/gums that just won't go away even after finishing antib[Show More]I've been on suboxone since 2012 and my teeth are complete shit now. They are also available as generics. The dentist is literally the scariest place for me to go to. Same for weight. The worst part was that I could not attend my fathers funeral in Germany since he passed away before I received my dentures and I was too ashamed to see my family and friends in such a state. mental health. I live in Talkeetna, alaska. 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. Yet the Drug Enforcement Administration often makes it hard for pharmacies to. Refer patients to find opioid treatment centers by visiting the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Im determined to take back our dignity, and show our daughters how to advocate for themselves, fight for whats right, and expose what is wrong!! I've been on suboxone films for 5 years and was not warned. I work remotely now, because I'm so embarrassed! 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. 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. I never had any dental issues until I started suboxone and no one informed me that this could be a side effect. It landed me in the ER 3 times. Informed Consent is the law. And if not that, having to live with ourselves knowing that our decision to make our lives better and ditch opioids has now caused us to lose our teeth. I should not have to walk around toothless. I now have to be embarrassed of my teeth everyday for the rest of my life. Now Im 33, and I'm getting full bottom dental implants. My husband is a disabled veteran and I take care of him so I don't have benefits. Well imagine my surprise when I find out that this crisis of mine is actually a nationwide epidemic. No withdrawals! Now I have gaps where my teeth used to be, and also broken teeth that fall out in chunks. Patients shouldn't have to suffer like this!!! My mother didnt ask for any of this. This is ridicules and the manufactures needs to be held accountable for this. I just found out this morning that this medicine (suboxone/ generic buprenorphine films and pills) is very bad for teeth. That was years ago. 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. It can help sustain recovery and prevent or reduce opioid overdose. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. I am only 30 years old. The injuries reported include dental decay, loss of teeth, cavities (dental caries), and tooth destruction. Over a span of 2 years, I have lost 3 healthy teeth as a result of taking Suboxone. NEVER was I told it would destroy my teeth. Four members of my family have been on subutex for about 6 years some . The buprenorphine medicines that are associated with dental problems are tablets and films dissolved under the tongue or placed against the inside of the cheek. I had dentures at the age 32. I now am missing 7 or 8 teeth and almost all of the rest of my teeth have crowns on them. I was vibrant, outgoing, and happy person. I unfortunately lost all of my teeth 4 years ago not knowing it was suboxone. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. I had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. I needed it for 2 weeks. Patients using buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth should take extra steps to help lessen the risk of serious dental problems. I filled out the paperwork for the lawsuit. All Rights Reserved. If I knew my teeth would be disintegrating out of my mouth. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. I developed almost 20 cavities in 6 months being on this stuff. I was never warned. The cost of fixing my teeth is in the tens of thousa[Show More]Over a span of 2 years, I have lost 3 healthy teeth as a result of taking Suboxone. However, it has WRECKED my teeth. After the medicine is completely dissolved, take a large sip of water, swish it gently around your teeth and gums, and swallow. Prior to starting suboxone I never even had cavities. I decided I wanted to stop around 2010 and looked for a doctor. Hopefully somehow these Pharma companys can help us cover the dental costs in the future! 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 average age of the patients was 42 years, but those as young as 18 years were also affected. I have had to apply f[Show More]I have been on Suboxone to treat opioid dependence. 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. However, it has WRECKED my teeth. The best of luck to you. Now I have over $10,000 in dental work including extractions, root canals, crowns, and fillings due to decay starting at my gum line. Very frustrating and horrible for the self-esteem. Bi was on Suboxone ten years. The ones that are there are broken and decayed. 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. I just wish I would have known about the dental risks beforehand. I am having the last four teeth removed from my uppers on 4/22/22, as they are beyond repair. It's no coincidence that I've lost only bottom teeth considering that they a[Show More]I had ZERO dental problems before I started taking Suboxone. I am told it will cost me at least $5,000 just to ge[Show More]I have been on suboxone since 2014. The relationship between suboxone and tooth loss is well-documented, and it probably due to the drying effect of the buporphedrine component of suboxone. Little did we know Suboxone wasnt going to be the magic pill we all thought it would be. Im only 37 and am completely toothless and have paid over $3000 for dental work and still have lots more to go. I wish I wouldve known this was going to happen. I literally had near perfect teeth and now I'm missing 4 that literally just disintegrated n fell out and 2 more that are about halfway gone at this point. There needs to be a class action lawsuit. Suddenly stopping these medicines could cause you to become sick with withdrawal symptoms because your body has become used to the buprenorphine medicine, or to relapse to opioid misuse that could result in overdose and death. After getting on subs with in the first 2 years my teeth literally was starting to crumble. 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. But after hearing this maybe there is something else going on. 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. 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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. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. Since taking Suboxone my implants have come loose and I have few bottom teeth. Well imagine my surprise when I find out that this crisis of mine is actually a nationwide epidemic. I had dentures at the age 32. The last dentist I went to made me feel even worse as she acted like I was beyond fixing. You will get it figured out :), I agree. Data 2010-2020. If you read the actual court documents it's pretty sickening to find out the extreme extent these companies went through in order to funnel the $1 billion suboxone market-share back into their pockets. Ive had test run because he thought I had deeper issues like immune problems. Was on perks for 2 years and my teeth where PERFECT. I had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. 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. My dentist didnt say anything about the medication being to blame but that its mostly genetics and having children can mess with your teeth. 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. My dental problems got so bad after starting subutex, and someone should be held responsible. The medication helped save my life b[Show More]I was prescribed Suboxone several times from 2010 to 2028. 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. _removed_. My mom never wanted to become addicted to a narcotic. 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. I am going to check into filing a lawsuit, if not, a class action lawsuit against the makers of Buprenorphine! I have been taking suboxone since I was 17 and am now 27 and haven't been able to taper off them successfully without feeling like hell forever after. [Show More]Listen NONE of us were warned. I can't afford insurance I've had bone loss so dentures aren't working for my top. Reported events include cavities/tooth decay, including rampant caries; dental abscesses/infection; tooth erosion; fillings falling out; and, in some cases, total tooth loss. Ive always prided myself on having excellent teeth but in 6 months that all changed. People complimented me on my teeth, and it became a source of pride. The FDA also recommends patients inform their doctor if they have a history of tooth problems, including cavities, when starting this medication. I had four teeth pulled this year. Ive started using my own voice about it and it keeps getting louder. Benefits for use outweigh these risks and oral care can help. I am told it will cost me at least $5,000 just to ge. Drug Safety and Availability, Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, Information about Nitrosamine Impurities in Medications, Food and Drug Administration Overdose Prevention Framework, Medication Errors Related to CDER-Regulated Drug Products, Postmarket Drug Safety Information for Patients and Providers, Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies | REMS, Multistate outbreak of fungal meningitis and other infections, FDA warns about dental problems with buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth to treat opioid use disorder and pain. Ive tried to get help with dentures but have no money. In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. 2.5 million people in the U.S. taking Suboxone. 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 am 32 years old and need FULL set of dentures. How do I join this lawsuit? I only have 7 left on the bottom and I keep infection. Unfortunately this is the only dental care that is even remotely affordable. He has 5 teeth remaining on the bottom. Switched to Subzolv bc of the nodding a. 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. I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. 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. 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 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. My teeth are literally crumbling. I used to have such a pretty smile and I'm so insecure about it now yet I'm terrified to get them all pulled. I never had dental issues until the last few years. 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. 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. Likely 4 root canals still coming. This also has caused severe depression. 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..? In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. Schedule a dentist visit soon after starting this medicine and inform your dentist that you are taking buprenorphine, and schedule regular dental checkups while taking this medicine. I have been unable to stop using this drug because the withdrawal is excruciating. Id love to hear from others , My daughter is hospitalized because of suboxone and her teeth are falling out my god shut down these clinics all they want is your 400.00 a month my daughter is fighting for her life due to this suboxone, All my teeth rotted out at a fairly young age from suboxone. 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[Show More]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, Legitimate Suboxone Rx since 2006.