Eye Emergencies in East

Eye Emergencies in East

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 EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Colorado Boulevard for emergency eye care.

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

eye emergency treated at EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Colorado Boulevard

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!


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


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 East 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 East as soon as possible.


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- Mar. 30, 2025
Fast, friendly customer service.
- Mar. 29, 2025
Very litty titty would definitely scom von diddily again.
- Mar. 28, 2025
Michael had very good customer service for me and my mother was wonderful thank you in I recommend t... his. Eye doctor to everyone
- Mar. 15, 2025
Very friendly also professionally inclined team, great store.
- Mar. 13, 2025
I had an excellent experience getting my new eyeglasses! Michael did an awesome job helping me pick ... out the perfect pair. He was patient, knowledgeable, and made the whole process so easy. I’m really happy with my new glasses. Thank you, Michael, for your great service!
- Mar. 12, 2025
Many thanks to Michael E. for being great to work with! He was helpful, informative, efficient and ... kind. I highly recommend this business, this location and Michael E.
- Mar. 12, 2025
I have to say thank you to the whole team. Dr LaHoud was great and informative. Took my teen for the... first time to get contacts lenses, Michael was very detailed in the estimates and prices, he went out of his way to find a good price match for us including an awesome rebate... Thank you so much Michael, you guys rock!!
- Mar. 07, 2025
My visit was enjoyable and smooth! Dr. Wells explained each step clearly, the staff help me understa... nd pricing and answered my coverage questions, and importantly, my appointment was on time
- Mar. 04, 2025
I just finished my first visit here and had a great experience! I didn’t catch the name of the wom... an who completed the initial screening stuff but she was super friendly and explained everything really clearly. Dr. Krebs was also really friendly and professional, and talked through everything she was measuring so I understood. I got a new pair of glasses today and Tony was the optician that helped me, he was so great! He was fun and knowledgeable, and helped me find frames that were comfortable and cute. I would definitely recommend this location for anyone needing vision care!
- Feb. 24, 2025
Very kind staff and great service!
- Feb. 19, 2025
Amazing service! My first adult eye appointment and will definitely be coming back again.
- Feb. 10, 2025
Excellent customer service, professional health care, great selection and community-based support in... a friendly, neighborhood eye care company
- Feb. 09, 2025
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- Feb. 08, 2025
Every step of the way was simple and easy. Quick service, on time appointments, friendly and impress... ionable staff
- Feb. 07, 2025
They have great options to choose from. Friendly and efficient staff.
- Jan. 31, 2025
Professional and personable. Dr LaHoud was great and went above and beyond helping me on multiple fr... onts starting with better eyesight to filling out forms and helping with insurance. Ruben then helped bring costs down and was very helpful and professional. The whole experience was A+. MANY thanks!
- Jan. 22, 2025
Selene is the best ever! She's so sweet and helpful. She helped me get my new prescription and glass... es, she helped me understand my prescription. She is very informative. And when my glasses broke, she was so kind and helpful with getting them repaired the best and fastest way possible. 10000/10 stars!!
- Jan. 09, 2025
Very professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. I made an appointment and when I arrived for my... appointment I did not have to wait long at all to be seen. Dr. Paige Krebs is amazing, she is very knowledgeable and makes sure that you are comfortable with your prescription. I did not feel rushed at any point that I was there. The team made sure that I was happy with my glasses and took there time to explain everything thoroughly. They have a wide variety of glasses to choose from. I would definitely recommend coming here if you need glasses or contacts.
- Jan. 05, 2025
Dr. LaHoud is the best eye doctor ever. He is smart, kind, quick with that bright light they use to ... check inside your eyes, and fun. He is the reason my husband and I come. I was a business women in Colorado for decades and a good person is somebody you keep and help them progress with their needs and life. I love him as a great and wonderful doctor who is helping me in my life to see things clearly.
- Dec. 31, 2024
Maha was very attentive and adept at fixing my frames and answering myquestions, thank you!

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  • Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Colorado Boulevard in East without delay!

(303) 757-6747