Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuits

Updated October 2026

Thousands of people in recovery allege that Suboxone film, which dissolves under the tongue, caused severe tooth decay, cracked teeth and tooth loss, and that the makers knew about the risk years before warning patients.

In January 2022, the FDA required a new warning about dental problems on buprenorphine medicines that dissolve in the mouth, including Suboxone film.

Where the Litigation Stands

• Case: In re: Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) Film Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 3092, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, before Judge J. Philip Calabrese.
• Size: more than 2,000 cases were pending as of October 1, 2026, many with multiple plaintiffs.
• Defendants: Indivior and Aquestive Therapeutics.
• Trials: the court’s schedule targets the first trial in 2028.

Who May Qualify

• You used Suboxone film (the strip, not the tablet)
• You developed serious dental problems: cavities, enamel erosion, cracked or broken teeth, abscesses, extractions, crowns, root canals or implants
• Your dental problems began after you started the film

What to Gather

• Pharmacy records showing Suboxone film prescriptions
• Dental records, X-rays and treatment bills
• The names of your prescribers and dentists

Your consultation is confidential. Being in treatment for opioid use disorder is nothing to be ashamed of, and it does not prevent you from bringing a claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

I used Suboxone tablets, not the film. Can I file?

The current litigation focuses on the film. Tell us what you used and we will let you know where you stand.

Will my recovery history be public?

Medical information in these cases is handled confidentially, and we will talk with you about privacy before anything is filed.

Is there a deadline?

Yes. Timing can depend on when your dental problems began and when you learned of the possible link, including the 2022 FDA warning. Ask soon.