How Trivent Legal Assists Attorneys in Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuits
Suboxone has long been considered a cornerstone in opioid addiction recovery. However, in recent years, a growing number of lawsuits have emerged, alleging that Suboxone sublingual films can cause severe dental damage, an issue many users were not warned about. For attorneys representing individuals harmed by Suboxone-related tooth decay, organizing the medical and dental narrative clearly and strategically is essential. That’s where Trivent Legal comes in.
The Legal Background of Suboxone Tooth Decay Claims
Suboxone, a combination of Buprenorphine and Naloxone, was developed as a safer alternative to methadone for treating opioid dependency. Available in sublingual film or tablet form, Suboxone is meant to help patients wean off opioids without experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms.
However, studies and patient reports have linked long-term use of Suboxone sublingual films with severe dental problems, including:
- Tooth decay and erosion
- Gum disease
- Mouth infections
- Tooth fractures and tooth loss
- Enamel degradation
In response to these growing concerns, the FDA updated its warning labels in 2022 to reflect these risks, and multidistrict litigation (MDL) for Suboxone-related dental damage is now active in federal court.
Building a Suboxone Case: Where Attorneys Need Support
For a Suboxone case to be held up in court, attorneys must present a well-organized, medically backed case file. This includes proving:
- That the patient was prescribed Suboxone
- That they used the sublingual version for a significant period (typically 6+ months)
- That they had a baseline of good dental health before use
- That they later developed significant dental issues
- That these issues were not otherwise explained by poor hygiene or unrelated medical conditions
Attorneys must also collect and analyze:
- Medical and dental records
- Treatment summaries
- X-rays and images of tooth decay
- Cost of past and future dental care
- Documentation of pain, suffering, and quality of life impact
This is a labor-intensive process and that’s where Trivent Legal offers vital support.
How Trivent Legal Supports Suboxone Tooth Decay Cases
Trivent Legal partners with plaintiff attorneys nationwide to simplify, strengthen, and accelerate Suboxone case development. Our services are customized to mass tort and individual product liability cases, particularly in medically complex areas like dental injury linked to pharmaceutical use.
- Chronological Case Reviews
We build detailed chronologies of each patient’s Suboxone use and dental health timeline, documenting:
- When and why Suboxone was prescribed
- Duration and dosage of use
- Dental history before Suboxone
- Onset and progression of dental injuries
- Treatments received and follow-up visits
- Current health status and prognosis
Each review is customized per the law firm’s template or MDL requirements.
- MD Specialist Mapping
Our network includes over 200 medical experts, including dental specialists, who help:
- Map injuries directly to Suboxone use
- Interpret treatment outcomes and complications
- Highlight aggravation of preexisting conditions
- Flag patterns relevant to causation and damages
These insights add weight to attorney arguments and can aid expert witness preparation.
- Missing Record Identification
Our team proactively identifies missing but critical records such as:
- Dental charts and X-rays
- Progress notes
- Insurance correspondence
- Medical and dental billing records
We provide clear guidance on why each record is needed and whether its absence is critical or supplementary.
- Visual and Document Support
We also help organize supporting documents like:
- Patient-submitted photos and videos
- Lab results and dental imaging
- Detailed medical and dental billing history
- Exhibits formatted to MDL and court standards
Why Trivent Legal?
- Fast Turnaround: We complete Suboxone case reviews in under 7 business days.
- Medical Accuracy: All cases are reviewed and verified by experienced medical professionals.
- Customizable Reports: Tailored to suit each firm’s legal strategy or MDL guidelines.
- Ongoing Support: From intake to trial, we stay aligned with your evolving litigation needs.
Conclusion
As Suboxone litigation accelerates across the country, law firms handling these cases need accurate, thorough, and medically credible documentation to support their clients’ claims. Dental injuries can be particularly difficult to quantify and trace without expert-backed case development. Trivent Legal fills that gap. Our detailed case chronologies, expert analysis, and support with missing records and documentation help attorneys streamline the process and build compelling, evidence-based claims.