People who used Suboxone sublingual film as prescribed and later developed serious dental problems such as tooth decay, cavities, tooth loss or gum disease. Each state sets its own filing deadline.
Thousands of patients say Indivior, the maker of Suboxone film, failed to warn that long contact with the film in the mouth could damage teeth. Indivior disputes the claims.
No. As of the latest reports in October 2026 there is no settlement, so no one can file a claim for money. The cases are in an MDL in federal court in Ohio.
The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation lists 2,022 pending actions in MDL 3092 in October 2026, and the true number of people may be higher.
No. The FDA says not to stop suddenly without talking to your health care professional. Stopping can cause withdrawal and raise the risk of relapse.
Suboxone is a prescription medicine that helps people recover from opioid addiction. The film form dissolves under the tongue. Thousands of patients now say it damaged their teeth, and their cases are being handled together in a federal court in Ohio. This page explains the claims, who may qualify, the status of the litigation and what you can do now.
The cases are in MDL 3092, In re Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) Film Products Liability Litigation, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio before Judge J. Philip Calabrese. Indivior denies the claims and no court has found it liable. This page is general information and not legal advice or medical advice.
Important
This is a lawsuit, not a settlement. There is nothing to claim today. If you take Suboxone, do not stop on your own. Talk to your doctor and dentist first. Read our guide on class action settlements with no proof of purchase if you are looking for an open class settlement instead.
The lawsuits say that holding the acidic film in the mouth for long periods, day after day, can wear down tooth enamel and cause cavities, infections and tooth loss. Patients say Indivior knew or should have known about the dental risk and did not warn them in time. Indivior denies the allegations.
The FDA Drug Safety Communication of January 12, 2022 said the agency had identified 305 cases of dental problems with buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth, and 131 of them were serious. The FDA required a new warning about dental problems in the prescribing information and the patient Medication Guide.
You may have a claim if you were prescribed Suboxone sublingual film, used it as directed, and later had serious dental problems. A lawyer will look at your prescription history, your dental records and the timing, and whether you are still within your state deadline.
The cases were gathered into MDL 3092 so one judge can handle shared evidence and pretrial issues. The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation reports 2,022 actions pending in October 2026. Trackers report that the court is in discovery, that a pool of 15 cases is to be picked for early trials in January 2027, and that the first trial setting could come in March 2028. Those dates come from litigation trackers and may change, so check the court docket.
| Item | What is reported |
|---|---|
| Court | U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio |
| MDL number | 3092 |
| Judge | J. Philip Calabrese |
| Defendant | Indivior Inc. |
| Pending actions | 2,022 as of October 2026 |
| Settlement | None announced |
Watch your deadline.
Every state has a statute of limitations for injury claims, often two or three years. For some people the clock may have started when the injury was found or linked to the drug. Talk to a lawyer soon.
No one can say yet. There is no settlement and no trial result, so any dollar range you see on a law firm page is a marketing estimate, not a promise. Value in cases like this usually depends on how severe the dental damage is, the cost of treatment, how long you used the film, your records and how strong the evidence is. Be cautious of anyone who guarantees a payout.
Your health comes first. The FDA gives patients clear steps.
No. A separate antitrust case accused Indivior of blocking cheaper generic versions of Suboxone. According to class counsel, the court granted final approval to a $385 million settlement with Indivior on February 27, 2024. That case is about drug prices, not teeth, so it does not affect the dental lawsuits. For how tort cases like this work, read our hair relaxer lawsuit page and our guide on how to sue a company.
Litigation: In re Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) Film Products Liability Litigation
MDL number: 3092
Court: U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Judge: J. Philip Calabrese
Defendant: Indivior Inc.
Safety information: FDA dental warning
Yes. Thousands of patients have sued Indivior over tooth decay and other dental problems they link to Suboxone film. The cases are in MDL 3092 in federal court in Ohio.
No. As of October 2026 no settlement has been announced for the dental cases, so there is nothing to claim for money today. A separate $385 million antitrust settlement was about drug pricing.
People prescribed Suboxone sublingual film who developed serious dental problems and who are within their state deadline. A lawyer reviews your prescription and dental records.
The lawsuits and the FDA warning point to tooth decay, cavities, tooth loss, infections and gum problems. The FDA said it found 305 cases, 131 of them serious.
No one knows yet because there is no settlement or verdict. Dollar ranges online are estimates. Value depends on injury severity, treatment cost, records and evidence.
It depends on your state. Many states allow two or three years, and some deadlines have already passed. Ask a lawyer about your state.
No. The FDA warns not to stop suddenly without talking to your health care professional. Stopping can cause withdrawal and raise the risk of relapse and overdose.
The FDA says to take a large sip of water after the film fully dissolves, swish gently around your teeth and gums, swallow, and wait at least 1 hour before brushing. See a dentist regularly.
On January 12, 2022 the FDA said it found 305 dental cases, 131 serious, with buprenorphine medicines dissolved in the mouth, and required a new warning in the label and Medication Guide.
In MDL 3092 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio before Judge J. Philip Calabrese.
You cannot join the MDL on your own in a practical way, so most people hire a lawyer. Many work on contingency, meaning you pay only if there is a recovery.