Emergency Eye Care

Be Prepared for an Emergency

Like any emergency, an eye emergency can be scary and cause concern. If it’s left untreated, it could cause permanent damage in some cases.

Our team at Niagara Vision is here to help you when you need us the most. If you or a loved one is experiencing an ocular emergency, please call us right away. We can guide you through your next steps and make time to see you.

If our office is closed, please visit your nearest emergency room or call 911.

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What Is an Eye Emergency?

An eye emergency occurs when anything happens to your eyes that requires immediate attention. If you have experienced any of the following, you should seek medical aid right away:

If you are having an eye emergency, it is critical to get immediate care. Quick treatment can reduce pain, prevent more serious vision loss, and promote faster healing.

What to Do in an Emergency

If you are having an eye emergency, the first thing you should do is seek medical care. While waiting to be seen by your optometrist or another medical professional, it is important that you do not:

Rub or apply pressure to your eyes
Remove any foreign objects that have become stuck
Use tweezers or any other tool in your eyes
Apply any medications, ointments, or creams

Get the Help You Need

At Niagara Vision, we are only one call away. If you are having an eye emergency, please call us right away, and we will do everything we can to help.

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Our Location

Niagara Vision is located in Optimist Park Plaza, just off Dorchester Road and Morrison Street. There is lots of parking available right in front of our practice!