This is ridicules and the manufactures needs to be held accountable for this. Nearly all of my once perfect teeth have cavities that the dentists wo. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. 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." I was given Suboxone so I could stop taking pain medication for an injury. I'd rather be on pain killers still then have NO teeth! I was spending $400 a month early on. Ive spent a too much time hiding my teeth in shame and Im going to hold someone responsible. 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. So many of us are in the same situation. In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. 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. It had NO DECAY. I could not figure out why in the world I was losing my teeth! The cherry on top of all this is dealin[Show More]Never in my life did i even have a cavity my smile was my pride. Butterflyangel46. Complete and submit the report Online.Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178. Then I have to have some kind of surgery before I can even get dentures and that's not till August. I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Was on perks for 2 years and my teeth where PERFECT. Well imagine my surprise when I find out that this crisis of mine is actually a nationwide epidemic. The constant agony. If anyone knows about a class action lawsuit please let me know where to go. I was on suboxone for several years. And now theres no way I can afford 6 crowns and 3 root canals. Dentist said its not due to dental hygiene - my gums are great. 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 cannot get used to that. Then after getting on Sub, at my next dental appt 6 months later I had more than 15 cavities and a ton of tooth decay. At proper doses, buprenorphine also decreases the pleasurable effects of other opioids, making continued opioid use less appealing. The worst part is that I don't have the money to get my teeth fixed! 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. She was prescribed OxyContin back when they told people it was non-habit forming. I was never told that this could be an adverse effect from this drug. 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. Getting too embarrassed to even go in a store much less work. With all of that being said. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. In May 2021, the FTC sent payments totaling more than $59 million to people who filed a valid claim. I have done everything I possibly can to prevent them from falling but sadly I believe I will need a dental bridge. I'm down to soft food only, and even that is almost impossible anymore. I am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. I can't afford to pay for implants or anything like this. I've been prescribed them for 9.5 years now. 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. If you are wondering what to do, start bu calling the FDA and reporting it to a real person. I believe suboxone was the reason my oral health declined. In 10 years I've never once had a medical provider tell me about the potential dental problems caused by this medication. I am going to check into filing a lawsuit, if not, a class action lawsuit against the makers of Buprenorphine! The cherry on top of all this is dealing with tooth pain every time another tooth breaks in half, 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. Listen NONE of us were warned. I lost 3 teeth. I had perfect teeth before starting them, not even a single cavity. These strategies will include recommending that prescribers refer patients to dental care services and encourage them to have regular checkups while taking these products. And, its side effects are much like those of opioids: tooth decay is one of many. Ive been taking suboxone for like 14 yrs and never was told about the effect on my teeth. How good is someones quality of life when they are ashamed to smile and are in too much pain to eat!!! Ive had to get therapy for depression and crippling social anxiety. 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 wouldve chosen a different rout. I get it for all the oral forms. 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! This approach, called medication-assisted treatment (MAT), is tailored to meet each patients needs and can help sustain recovery and prevent or reduce opioid overdose. Before starting these, I had perfect teeth! 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. Informed Consent is the law. 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. I had beautiful teeth before I started this medication and I never had any dental issues either until I started suboxone. I cannot stop it because the withdrawal is excruciating. I'm so depressed I'd rather die then live like this!!!! By neither her physician nor the pharmacist. 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 am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. On January 12, 2022, the FDA warned patients and prescribers about the potential for serious dental problems associated with the use of medications containing buprenorphine, such as Belbuca, Suboxone, and Zubsolv. My teeth r just shattering when I eat anything these days and I can't afford dental work unless I get my decayed teeth pulled forever because I make to little money at my job. I been off suboxone for a 17months with no teeth left no sex drive and problems with focusing or memory problems! Im theeth are very bad. It like leeches the calcium or something. Your teeth are one of the most important things you have and if something is going to destroy them I think we have or had the right to know, 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 have a perpetual sore under my tongue from the medication! 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..? 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. This was of course, a lie. 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. I was never informed of any negative side effects of buprenorphine therapy other than "the usual side effects of opioid management". I had dentures at the age 32. 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'm assuming they will fix our teeth, because right now, the insurance program that I have will[Show More]I could not figure out why in the world I was losing my teeth! My mouth is in so much pain all the time. Side effects of the Gardasil HPV vaccine have been linked to reports of serious and debilitating autoimmune injuries. I need help. End the stigma. I am barely 50 years old and have to wear a complete upper denture. Brushing should be avoided for at least an hour after. My confidence is gone. My other teeth are starting to rot and have holes literally in them. I now have to be embarrassed of my teeth everyday for the rest of my life. Licensed for 37 years. Idk why the dont make a sweetener free version like with liquid methadone doesnt take a genius to know that taking a drug that gives you dry mouth thats full of sweetener and citric acid under the tongue up to multiple times a day would cause tooth decay. 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. Id love to know how many other people were told by dentists and doctors that it doesnt affect the teeth(2002-2017). 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. Ive tried to get help with dentures but have no money. I had surgery which caused complications and was put on a very high mg of pain meds by my Dr. I wa[Show More]My teeth were damn near perfect before I started the tablets in late 2018 then my dr. moved me to strips as my body wasnt metabolizing the tablets well. Military service members between 2003 and 2015 may be eligible for a 3M earplug lawsuit payout over hearing damage or tinnitus. Never smoked meth or crack. As a result, buprenorphine can help prevent opioid withdrawal symptoms, as well as decrease intense cravings for opiates like heroin or painkillers. I have been on Suboxone since 2017, unaware that's the reason for my dental issues as my Dr never mentioned it. 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! 855-543-DRUG (3784) and press 4druginfo@fda.hhs.gov. Everyone knows how long you have to wait for a den. I have a root canal Monday for another broken tooth. How can I get new safety information on medicines Im prescribing or taking? Get real. Class action lawsuit. With that being said my teeth are in absolute terrible condition now. My mother didnt ask for any of this. I need help because its not fair I was never told of these consequences of this med or any alternatives so it didnt happen. I had beautiful teeth before I started this medication and I never had any dental issues either until I started suboxone. I'm down to soft food only, and eve. Many cases were reported by health care professionals and provided documentation of extensive dental adverse events. I never smile if i do i turn my head away from people and have to get antibiotics for infections. This lawsuit is not asserting that Suboxone products are unsafe or ineffective. 0, 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. 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 have dentures of course but I'm 45. I am only 30 years old. 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 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. From my experience its more like 3/4 have issues(so should say most). The above article says 300 have suffered tooth loss. Report your side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Never in my life did i even have a cavity my smile was my pride. Im only 37 and am completely toothless and have paid over $3000 for dental work and still have lots more to go. 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 wish I wouldve known this was going to happen. Been on suboxone for 5 years teeth were in good shape and now I barley have any healthy teeth left. I never had dental issues until the last few years. I am 37 yrs old and should have had all the remainder of my teeth pulled about a year ago, but have been too afraid to go toothless since my Medicare doesnt have dental. Thanks a lot!!! I wish this I knew that before I starting taking this crap! People complimented me on my teeth, and it became a source of pride. The last dentist I went to made me feel even worse as she acted like I was beyond fixing. I filled out the paperwork for the lawsuit. Buprenorphine medicines are marketed under the brand names Belbuca, Bunavail, Cassipa, Suboxone, Subutex, and Zubsolv. Ive had test run because he thought I had deeper issues like immune problems. 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. While the FDA indicates it believes the benefits of buprenorphine still outweigh the risks, the agency is requiring a new warning be added to the prescribing information and the patient Medication Guide for all buprenorphine-containing medicines dissolved in the mouth. I just wish I would have known about the dental risks beforehand. I never had dental issues until the last few years. I have Medi. I now am missing 7 or 8 teeth and almost all of the rest of my teeth have crowns on them. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. I never had any dental issues until I started suboxone and no one informed me that this could be a side effect. 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. I had one cavity until I started having problems in my 40s. 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. 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. We regained our lives past opioid addiction maintaining healthy lifestyles, enjoying our children and advancing in our careers. I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. The cost of fixing my teeth is in the tens of thousands of dollars. She cant eat or stand the oral pain much longer. 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 lost 3 teeth. I brush, floss, and use mouth wash, still cavities and decay. I'm so ashamed and in constant pain, I desperately need help and I have no idea where to turn!!! I am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. I missed the first class action bc in my opinion it was suppressed. I have a perpetual sore under my tongue from the medication! 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. Buprenorphine medicines are an important tool to treat OUD. I now have had to have all top teeth pulled and now I have a denture in place. The agency recommends patients take a large sip of water,. One by one, my teeth started falling out. Good luck to you though lol, I wouldnt mind jumping in on it if it has merit, but this sounds like a dead end to be honest. More I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. Do I have any legal recourse against Alvogen, Dr Reddys or Indivior for this insane decrease in dental health? The FTC says that these companies violated antitrust laws by preventing patients from choosing lower-priced generic versions of the drug. My mouth is in so much pain all the t[Show More]I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years. I had all my dental repairs up to date and during the past 5 years on suboxone my teeth have gotten horrible. I was never warned about tooth loss. Your dentist can customize a tooth decay prevention plan for you. Let's not scare people into getting on a life saving medication because there may be a way for people to win some money now, all of a sudden. If you are starting this medicine, tell your health care professional if you have any tooth problems, including a history of cavities. Regular adherence to buprenorphine to treat OUD reduces withdrawal symptoms and the desire to use opioids, without causing the cycle of highs and lows associated with opioid misuse. Something HAS TO BE DONE!! 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. Since I started this medication Ive had nothing but problems. I've been prescribed them for 9.5 years now. I unfortunately lost all of my teeth 4 years ago not knowing it was suboxone. Ive had to get therapy for depression and crippling social anxiety.