Eye Emergencies in Green Valley

Eye Emergencies in Green Valley

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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Experiencing a stab of pain in your eye?

Sudden changes in vision? Images appearing faded, blurry or foggy?

Got chemicals or another foreign object or substance in your eye?

Come visit Alvernon Optical - Green Valley for emergency eye care.

Our Green Valley optometrists can help you preserve your vision and eye health.

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We understand that accidents happen.

Our optometrists know exactly what to do to help you through your eye care emergency.

Whether it’s a workplace accident, an at-home incident, or some other emergency requiring immediate attention, we’re here to help you preserve your eye health and sight!


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What To Do If You Have an Eye Emergency

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First things first. Don’t panic! Staying calm is the best way to help you think straight and help those around you to remain calm. Often, it’s not necessary to go to an emergency room for eye emergencies. In fact, the vast majority of people who go to the emergency room for eye care could have received treatment from their local optometrist instead.

If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing an eye emergency, give us a call immediately! Delay may increase the risk of serious complications and may result in vision loss.

Until you see your eye doctor or seek urgent care, avoid the following:

  • Don’t try to remove an embedded object out of your eye
  • If your eye is injured, don't press on it or rub it
  • Dry cotton and sharp instruments such as tweezers should never be used on the eye.

Whether you've had a workplace accident or an at-home incident, our eye doctors are here to help


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Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 12, 2023
Convenient location. Good selection of eyeglasses. The doc was great.
- Oct. 19, 2023
(Translated by Google) They treated me very well since I arrived. The doctor is a great person, the ... glasses fit me very well. They really met my expectations. (Original) Me atendieron muy bien desde que llegué. La Dra. es una gran persona, los lentes me quedaron muy bien. Realmente llenaron mis expectativas.
- Oct. 08, 2023
Wonderful Dr. and staff and great selection of glasses.
- Aug. 31, 2023
Been with Alvernon Optical for over 20 years. That speaks volumes.
- Aug. 23, 2023
Great office ! Staff is helpful and friendly. Dr.Shillig explained every detail of testing and det... ails regarding the health of my eyes and changing prescription.
- Aug. 04, 2023
The staff and doctor are super friendly. I feel taken care of when I leave their office!!
- Aug. 03, 2023
Went in to look at frames. They had lots of options and the staff was friendly. Ended up ordering a ... pair I liked and when they arrived they were helpful and made sure they fit securely.
- Jun. 30, 2023
Went in with broken side pieces of my glasses and they took them back and had them fixed within 10 m... inutes and charged me nothing!!! I will be buying my exam and glasses from them from now on simply due to their kindness!
- Jun. 03, 2023
The Dr. was very helpful and took a genuine interest in finding the right solution.
- May. 12, 2023
Very satisfied
- Apr. 16, 2023
My husband and I both had a great experience with Alvernon Optical. They stand out amongst other op... tions in the area. I highly recommend them.
- Apr. 02, 2023
Replaced a screw in my husbands glasses for no charge. Replaced lenses in my frames.
- Mar. 22, 2023
Well versed in products and services, friendly yet professional. Valued as a customer.
- Mar. 13, 2023
This place is quick, efficient and polite. Scheduling online is a plus!
- Feb. 13, 2023
Great place to get your glasses. Knowledgeable staff and friendly service.
- Jan. 17, 2023
First time at this optical for me and my family, over all it was a great experience and will definit... ely recommend.
- Dec. 24, 2022
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- Nov. 21, 2022
Would recommend. Staff is friendly and helpful. Dr.Shilling is knowledgeable and great at explaining... what she is doing and why. She is also informative.
- Sep. 16, 2022
Alvernon Optical came to my rescue when I was visiting Green Valley and lost my glasses. I am so ple... ased with the staff, the quality of service and the new glasses they were in able to give me.
- Sep. 09, 2022
Excellent

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Eye Emergencies FAQs

What is considered an eye emergency?

Eye emergencies are anything that may cause permanent damage to your eyes or vision without timely intervention from an eye care professional.

The most common types of eye emergencies include:

  • A blow, poke or other trauma to the eye
  • Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes
  • Chemical spills in the eye
  • Foreign object embedded in the eye
  • Sudden appearance of light flashes or floaters
  • Contact lens lost in the eye
Does an eye infection require urgent care?

Symptoms of an eye infection typically include itching, burning, redness, crusty and watery eyes. See a Green Valley eye doctor if your symptoms last over 4 days or if you experience intense pain, redness, blurred vision or light sensitivity.

What should I do if a foreign object enters my eye?

Most of the time, a person can easily remove debris from the eye by repeatedly blinking to get the debris out. If that doesn't work, you can wash your eye with saline (sterile salt water) to flush out any dust and dirt from your eye, or use streaming tap water.

However, to scratch your cornea while attempting to get an object out which can cause further site-threatening complications.

So the best thing you can do in this kind of eye emergency is to get to your eye doctor in Green Valley as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

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