Sublingual Suboxone® and Tooth Decay Injuries
Patients who have been using sublingual Suboxone® (buprenorphine) have been suffering from tooth decay, cavities, infections, or tooth loss. These symptoms often require dental treatment which can lead up to tooth extraction.
If you have treated a patient who has had dental decay caused by Suboxone®, you can refer them to BBB Attorneysfor their compensation. This will help guarantee payment towards their dental bills.
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What is Suboxone®?
Suboxone®, otherwise known as buprenorphine, is a medication used to treat opioid addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms without causing a high. It is considered effective for opioid dependence. However, recent concerns have arisen about a link between Suboxone®, specifically sublingual strips, and dental issues like severe tooth decay. These issues may result from the medication's acidic nature, causing enamel erosion, or side effects like dry mouth, which reduces saliva that protects teeth. This connection has led to numerous lawsuits against the manufacturer, alleging failure to warn users of these potential dental risks.
Common Symptoms
The FDA's Findings
The FDA discovered 305 instances of dental issues linked to mouth-dissolving buprenorphine drugs, with 131 being severe. These were either reported to the FDA or noted in medical studies, but there could be more unreported cases. The average patient age was 42, with some as young as 18 affected. The majority used the medicine for opioid use disorder (OUD), but 28 cases involved pain treatment. Interestingly, 26 individuals had no previous dental problems. Some experienced dental issues within two weeks of starting treatment, typically diagnosed around two years later. Health professionals often reported these cases, highlighting extensive dental damage. In 113 cases, multiple teeth were impacted, and the most frequent remedy was tooth extraction (71 cases). Other treatments included root canals, dental surgery, crowns, and implants.
The FDA's Recommendations
Dentists should be attentive when treating patients on buprenorphine, ensuring they are informed about the potential dental risks of dissolvable forms and advising on post-use oral care routines. It is crucial for dental professionals to establish a proactive decay prevention plan and encourage patients to promptly report any dental issues. Additionally, dentists should advocate for regular check-ups to monitor and manage the oral health of patients using buprenorphine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dental problems associated with Suboxone® should I look out for in my patients?
Dentists should be vigilant for symptoms such as tooth decay, gum disease, dry mouth, and enamel erosion in patients using Suboxone®, especially in those on long-term treatment. These symptoms may progress rapidly and could be more severe compared to typical cases.
How can I, as a dentist, assist patients who may have a legal claim due to Suboxone®-related dental issues?
If you identify Suboxone®-related dental issues, you can document the patient's oral health status and the progression of their conditions. Providing detailed records and your professional observations can be crucial for a patient's legal claim. You can also refer them to BBB Attorneys
for a free legal consultation.
What is the role of a dentist in the legal process of a Suboxone® dental claim?
Dentists play a critical role by providing expert testimony on the patient's dental health and the potential link to Suboxone® use. Your expert opinion may help establish the cause of the dental issues, contributing to the patient's case in seeking legal redress.
Why People Are Filing
Dental patients are filing claims due to unexpected dental issues like decay and gum disease linked to Suboxone®, a medication for opioid dependency. These claims are often the result of significant oral health impacts that require costly treatments, not typically foreseen by patients using this medication. Dentists play a key role in recognizing these problems early. Your detailed records are vital for patients seeking legal help for these side effects. Partner with BBB Attorneys
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