Suboxone is a prescribed medication used to treat opioid addiction. However, some Suboxone patients were later diagnosed with severe dental damage related to its active ingredients. If you or a loved one took Suboxone and suffered tooth loss, decay, fractures, and more, you could be entitled to compensation. Our product liability lawyers at GED Lawyers are preparing claims for financial recovery.
Don’t tackle a product liability claim alone. Our Suboxone lawsuit lawyers will investigate your claim and consult medical and dental experts to support your compensation request. Get started with a free claim review. Contact one of our consultation team members for yours today and start exploring your compensation options.
Our Suboxone Lawsuit Lawyers Fight for Dental Injury Victims
Tooth damage can be life-changing and could require costly repairs. We want you to focus on restoring your dental health and rebuilding your life. While you do, our law firm will tackle all the steps to prepare your claim and recover the compensation you need and deserve.
We Work With Experts to Strengthen Your Suboxone Dental Injury Claim
You must prove that your use of Suboxone caused your dental damage to recover damages. Thus, we will identify and consult dentists, orthodontists, and other dental experts, as well as the following professionals:
- Medical experts can document the toll dental damage took on your general health and well-being.
- Mental health experts can document the psychological and emotional toll of forced changes to your appearance.
- Financial experts and economists can assess the monetary value of your economic and noneconomic damages.
We obtain verbal and written testimony from these experts and hold mock trials to help you (and them) prepare to testify if your claim goes to court for final resolution.
We Will Speak to the Insurance Company and Its Adjuster on Your Behalf
A large drug manufacturer often has liability coverage through a large insurance company. You do not have to deal with them alone. Our client-focused legal team will:
- Field incoming and outgoing phone calls
- Receive and respond to emails
- Read and reply to written letters
- Complete the required correspondence and forms
When our Suboxone lawsuit attorneys communicate with other parties involved in your claim, you avoid having anything you say misconstrued. We also handle the insurance company’s requests for information, evidence, and settlement negotiations.
We Ensure You Stay Updated as Your Dental Damage Claim Progresses
Individual product liability and mass tort claims can take time to reach a favorable resolution. As your case progresses through each phase, our legal team will provide regular updates. Our mass torts lawyers provide information-packed updates as your claim progresses and develops.
GED Lawyers Will Represent Suboxone Clients on a Contingency Fee Basis
Building an individual or mass tort claim against a large drug manufacturer can be a confusing legal process. Our law firm will be your advocate from the start of your case until its conclusion.
Without requesting fees or retainers, we cover the following upfront expenses:
- Investigation and research fees
- Deposition and discovery costs
- Other out-of-pocket expenses
Our no-fee-unless-we-win policy means we only receive compensation if you win your case. Otherwise, you will owe no attorney’s fees.
What You Need to Know About Suboxone and Why Doctors Prescribe It
Narcotic addiction can be difficult to overcome independently. However, under the care of a physician (and by prescription only), Suboxone can aid in recovery from opioid addiction by offering the following benefits:
- Decreased feelings of euphoria
- Decreased risk of addiction
- Decreased withdrawal symptoms
According to the Mayo Clinic, doctors can prescribe Suboxone in multiple forms—as a sublingual tablet or buccal or sublingual film. Both film prescriptions require the medication to remain in your mouth and near your teeth. Your doctor will determine the correct form and dosage for you.
What the FDA Says About the Active Ingredient in Suboxone
Buprenorphine, the active ingredient in Suboxone, received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval in 2002 as a tablet placed under the tongue. The FDA gave additional approval in 2015 as a film placed inside the cheek.
Recently, the FDA issued a warning about medications like Suboxone that patients take orally and their connection to severe dental issues. The FDA has also mandated additional labeling and prescribing guidelines that warn patients about these risks. If your dental and overall health, or that of a loved one, sustained damage, you could join our Suboxone lawsuit. Contact GED Lawyers today to learn more.
Why Are Our Suboxone Lawsuit Lawyers Building Tooth Decay Mass Tort Claims?
Prescription drug makers must inform patients about the risks and side effects of their medications. A jury could construe a failure to do so as negligence and entitle the patient to compensation. Our investigation will prove the following elements of negligence:
- Duty of care: A Suboxone manufacturer must provide a safe consumer product, including full disclosure of its known risks.
- Breach of duty: The drug maker’s failure to provide appropriate notification about its product’s known side effects.
- Causation: A documentable connection between your Suboxone use and an adverse dental diagnosis.
- Damages: The economic and non-economic damages you incur as a result of your Suboxone-related dental issues.
Getting compensation starts with identifying your dental damage and establishing its connection to your use of Suboxone and its active ingredient.
Studies Have Established a Link Between Sublingual Suboxone and Dental Issues
Four medical professionals published a 2022 study, “Association Between Sublingual Buprenorphine-Naloxone Exposure and Dental Disease,” which showed a connection between the active ingredient in Suboxone and tooth damage.
Patients administer the drug by holding a tablet or film under the tongue or on the cheek. The study suggests a link between adverse dental outcomes and the sublingual delivery of Suboxone.
The Suboxone lawsuit lawyers at GED Lawyers continue to track recent and upcoming studies on its potential damage. Learn more about how these studies can support your right to compensation. Contact our consultation team today for a free claim evaluation.
Frequently Reported Dental Damage From Suboxone Users
Suboxone users have reported severe oral health issues following the long-term use of the medication. Some common dental complaints include:
- Tooth decay: This leading concern among Suboxone users can result in cavities, tooth erosion, and tooth loss. It can also include loss of dental enamel, potentially leading to costly crowns, partials, and dentures.
- Chronic dry mouth: Saliva plays an essential role in good oral health and tooth protection. Dry mouth can cause tooth decay and gradually break down otherwise healthy teeth.
- Gum damage: Suboxone can inflame gums and cause periodontal disease. Gum issues can also include gingivitis, ulcers, and irritated gums.
- Broken teeth: Suboxone users frequently experience painful tooth fractures and cracks, sometimes leading to total tooth loss. It can also make eating difficult and lead to nutrition issues.
- Infected teeth and gums: Infected teeth and gums can be painful. They can also lead to medical issues, including infections that spread to other body parts, abscesses, and kidney damage.
Our law firm could help if you or a loved one have experienced any damaging dental issues following your use of Suboxone. We will collect your dental and medical records and establish a link between Suboxone use and dental damage.
How Do I Qualify for a Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit?
Were you prescribed Suboxone to ease the debilitating symptoms of opioid drug withdrawal? If so, you might be eligible to join a mass tort lawsuit against its manufacturer. To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:
- You were prescribed the medication and used it for a minimum of six months.
- A doctor later diagnosed you with a severe dental injury.
- You have a previous history of dental care prior to your use of Suboxone.
The GED Lawyers team is currently building cases for injured Suboxone users. If you meet the criteria, one of our team members will review your claim and validate your eligibility to join our mass tort claim. Get your free claim review today and learn more about how our Suboxone lawsuit lawyers will fight for your financial recovery.
Evidence Our Suboxone Lawsuit Attorneys Compile for Your Case File
A primary benefit of choosing GED Lawyers to represent you is our ability to conduct a thorough investigation on your behalf. We will delve into your claim and build the strongest evidence file to support your Suboxone-related compensation request.
The case file we build for you will include:
- Prescription records: We will collect proof of your original opioid prescription (if applicable), proof of your Suboxone prescription, and evidence of other dental and medical prescriptions used to treat subsequent dental issues.
- Case-related images: We collect social photos, family photos, and other pictures that depict the condition of your teeth and appearance before and after using Suboxone.
- Medical history: Because poor dental health can affect your general health, we will gather any medical records related to your claim-related medical care, including diagnostic test results (e.g., X-rays or MRI studies) and medical bills.
- Case-related paperwork: Product packaging and inserts accompanying your prescription(s) and notes from your doctor, dentist, or other healthcare team member.
Don’t worry that you or your family must handle evidence collection. Instead, let our legal team handle this task for you. We also take your written statement describing the toll your dental issues have taken on your life.
Our Product Liability Lawyers Seek Damages for Suboxone-Related Tooth Decay
You could hold a Suboxone manufacturer financially responsible if you or someone you love experienced tooth decay, tooth loss, or other dental issues after taking the drug. Your recoverable damages can include:
- Past and future medical expenses (including dental care)
- Treatment-related travel expenses
- Past and future losses of income
- Lasting disfigurement and disability
- Ongoing physical pain and suffering
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
We take time to assess your case and avoid a speedy settlement that could leave you with insufficient compensation to cover your current and long-term bills. We aim to obtain all the compensation you need to foster optimal financial recovery.
Evidence We Collect to Document the Value of Your Compensation Request
The insurance company will demand proof of the damages you’ve sustained. Our Suboxone lawsuit lawyers will collect bills, receipts, and proof of income to supplement your case file. We will also include a written prognosis for your long-term medical and dental care needs.
Learn more about how hard we work to maximize your financial compensation. Contact our case review team at Ged Lawyers today for a free consultation and explore your compensation options.
Understand the Statute of Limitations for Your Suboxone Dental Damage Lawsuit
Every state has its statute of limitations—a filing deadline that defines how much time you have to file your product liability lawsuit. The statute of limitations applies to individual and mass torts. If it expires, the court could prohibit you from filing your lawsuit.
While filing your lawsuit on time is mandatory, it can also be confusing to determine how much time you have left since:
- The injured party’s age can alter the filing deadline.
- The exact date your dental injury occurred can be challenging to pinpoint.
You do not have to interpret the statute of limitations alone. Instead, please let our Suboxone lawsuit attorneys handle this complicated task for you. We will file your product liability lawsuit within the allotted time and in the appropriate legal venue.
Contact Our Suboxone Consultation Team for a Free Claim Evaluation
You could be entitled to financial compensation if you or a loved one suffered tooth damage. However, you do not have to fight for it without legal service and support. Our Suboxone lawsuit lawyers will take on the insurance company to prove the drug maker’s financial liability.
Find out what your claim is worth and how you can join a mass tort group. Contact our consultation team at Ged Lawyers to get started on your injury claim today.
