Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit
The Suboxone tooth decay lawsuit claims that long-term use of the drug film caused significant tooth damage. The manufacturer failed to warn doctors and patients about these risks.
Last updated May 25, 2026
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Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit Overview
What is Suboxone?
Suboxone is a prescription medication that contains buprenorphine and naloxone, primarily used to treat opioid addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
Link with Tooth Decay
Long-term use of Suboxone, in both sublingual and buccal forms, has been associated with dental problems, including cavities (caries) and tooth loss.
Alleged Liability of Manufacturer
The manufacturer of Suboxone, Indivior Inc., is accused of being aware of the dental risks linked to the drug but failing to warn medical professionals and patients adequately.
Who is eligible?
Individuals who have experienced tooth decay, rotted teeth, or other dental injuries after being prescribed and using Suboxone may be eligible to file a claim.
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The Complete Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit Lawsuit Guide
A comprehensive overview of the Suboxone litigation, including the reported risks and how claims are being evaluated in U.S. courts.
LITIGATION PROGRESS
Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit Timeline
April 2026
The court has set a deadline of June 1, 2026, for older Suboxone cases (filed before 2025) to correct missing or incomplete paperwork.
February 2026
The judge randomly selected 100 plaintiffs in the Suboxone Film MDL for possible inclusion in the Core Discovery Pool under Case Management Order No. 15.
January 2026
The judge held a meeting to address missing documents, document quality issues, and the progress of evidence collection.
2025
The MDL judge issued Amended Case Management Order No. 15, detailing the bellwether trial process for selecting plaintiffs in the federal Suboxone litigation.
Estimated Payout
How Claim is Assessed
Nature of damage
Based on the severity of dental damage, such as tooth decay, rotting, or other oral health complications linked to Suboxone use.
Medical records
Includes diagnosis, treatment history, and dental evaluations, which are crucial in establishing the connection between Suboxone use and the reported dental harm.
Supporting evidence
Prescription records, pharmacy receipts, and personal testimonies can strengthen the claim by showing consistent Suboxone use and the timeline of dental issues.
*Claim outcomes depend on diagnosis, timing, and medical records. Similar cases may be valued differently based on each person’s circumstances.
Find a lab nearby
Locate certified MRI and neurology imaging centers to obtain the diagnostic records needed to support your claim.
What to request : Ask for a contrast-enhanced brain MRI specifically looking for meningioma. Request both the radiologist's report and the imaging CD both are needed for your legal claim.
The process
How it works
From submission to attorney match, every case follows the same four-step review.
Submit your case
Answer a short questionnaire about Suboxone use and diagnosis.
Initial review
A specialist reviews your submission and checks eligibility.
Case manager call
You may be contacted to discuss medical history and records.
Attorney match
If eligible, your case may be referred to a lawyer handling similar claim.
References
SOURCES
Updated May 25, 2026
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Buprenorphine: Drug Safety Communication - FDA warns about dental problems with buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth to treat opioid use disorder and pain | FDA
National Library of Medicine
Association Between Sublingual Buprenorphine-Naloxone Exposure and Dental Disease - PMC
United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (Suboxone)
MDL 3092 | Northern District of Ohio | United States District Court
Office of Attorney General
Maker of Opioid Addiction Treatment Drug Suboxone Accused of Conspiring to Keep Monopoly Profits
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