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[1/12/2022] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning patients and prescribers about the potential for dental problems associated with buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth to treat...
Reported events include cavities/tooth decay, including rampant caries; dental abscesses/infection; tooth erosion; fillings falling out; and, in some cases, total tooth loss.
However, dental problems are still a risk of taking Suboxone, particularly in patients who are not regularly brushing their teeth, attending their dental follow ups, or engaging in other behaviors like smoking, drinking, or consuming sugary beverages.
The dental problems, including tooth decay, cavities, oral infections, and loss of teeth, can be serious and have been reported even in patients with no history of dental issues. Despite these...
The oral side effects of these medications, which are used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) and pain, include cavities/tooth decay, including rampant caries; dental abscesses/infection; tooth...
As with many medications, Suboxone can cause side effects. Side effects are typically mild but can be serious. Talk with your doctor if you experience serious side effects while taking Suboxone.
“SAMHSA supports the FDA’s recommendations that simple steps can help reduce the risk of tooth decay in people taking buprenorphine. This includes swishing with water after allowing sublingual and buccal formulations of buprenorphine to completely dissolve and brushing teeth one hour after taking the medication.