Did You Lose a Tooth After Using Suboxone?
Suboxone® and other buprenorphine-based medications have been linked to dental injuries like tooth decay, tooth loss, and gum infections. If you used Suboxone to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) and later suffered serious dental problems, talk to a dangerous drug attorney from Shaheen & Gordon about the possibility of starting a claim or lawsuit against Indivior, the manufacturer of brand-name Suboxone. Hundreds of Suboxone lawsuits have already been filed and reviewed by courts, which may condense them into a class action lawsuit or multidistrict litigation (MDL), so don’t miss your opportunity to take legal action, too.
You may be eligible to file a Suboxone tooth loss lawsuit if you:
- Used Suboxone or another buprenorphine medication (Suboxone is the most common); and then,
- Developed serious dental issues (most cases involve tooth loss or dental surgery).
Learn more about filing a Suboxone lawsuit. Call 603-614-5497 to request an initial case review at no cost to you.
What is Suboxone?
Suboxone is most commonly used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) or opioid addiction. It is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone. The medication is placed under the tongue or against the inside of the cheek, where it gradually dissolves.
Buprenorphine medications that dissolve in the mouth to treat opioid use disorder include:
- Suboxone (most common)
- Belbuca®
- Cassipa®
- Bunavail®
- Zubsolv®
- Subutex®
Suboxone Linked to Dental Damage & Tooth Decay
The problem with Suboxone being a dissolvable medication is that buprenorphine and naloxone are both acidic on the pH scale. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified at least 305 cases of dental problems linked to Suboxone use, and it is theorized that the acidic nature of the two medications is the root cause. As the medication dissolves, it might weaken enamel, damage the gums, and cause other complications with pre-existing tooth problems like cavities or fillings.
Dental damage that has been linked to Suboxone use includes:
- Tooth decay
- Tooth fractures
- Tooth loss
- Cavities
- Abscesses
- Gum and mouth infections
- Filling(s) loss
- Need for dental surgery, extractions, or root canals
Why is Indivior the Defendant in Suboxone Lawsuits?
Indivior is the manufacturer and distributor of Suboxone. Through strict product liability laws, Indivior can be held liable for the harm caused by its product. Aquestive Therapeutics, a pharmaceutical company that also manufactured Suboxone, has been named as a defendant along with Suboxone in some cases.
Furthermore, Suboxone lawsuits that have formed already argue that Indivior reasonably should have known that the drug was linked to a high rate of dental damage. By not warning patients and medical experts about the link to dental damage, Indivior has been accused of negligence, which could also make it liable for the damages suffered by Suboxone users.
What to Do If You Want to File a Suboxone Lawsuit
Taking the first step to pursue legal action after suffering dental damage related to Suboxone use doesn’t have to be complicated. Come to Shaheen & Gordon and talk to our attorneys about the overall process.
The basic steps that will likely be necessary for your Suboxone lawsuit include:
- Reviewing your situation to determine if you can file a Suboxone lawsuit or join a class action lawsuit.
- Collecting evidence in the form of medical records and dental records that show when you started using Suboxone and when you first showed signs of serious dental problems.
- Calculating the amount of compensation that you should be given for your losses, with a focus on damages for medical costs, lost wages, pain, and suffering.
- Preparing and filing a Suboxone lawsuit before any statutes of limitations expire.
- Attempting to negotiate a settlement with Indivior to end your case without the need for court.
- Going to court if a settlement is not possible.
Don’t Wait – Talk to Our Suboxone Lawyers Today
Since 1981, Shaheen & Gordon has fought for the rights of the wrongfully injured, including in many newsworthy cases brought against powerful defendants like large corporations and Big Pharma companies. If you need to file a Suboxone lawsuit, trust our highly experienced and resourceful team to provide the guidance you need.
Contact us online or dial 603-614-5497 to request a FREE case consultation with our Suboxone lawyers. Our legal counsel is available throughout Northern New England.
