Eye Emergencies in Lakewood Hills

Eye Emergencies in Lakewood Hills

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 Dallas Eyeworks for emergency eye care.

Our Lakewood Hills 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


Urgent Eye Care in Lakewood Hills

Our optometry practice in Lakewood Hills

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • MetLife
  • Metlife Vision
Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 02, 2023
I've been a a patient for 15 years. Doctor Meyer's expertise and cutting edge visual equipment alway... s make me comfortable and happy with both my experience and the confidence in his prescription and diagnoses.
- Nov. 19, 2023
Best eye doctor in Dallas!
- Nov. 05, 2023
I showed up on the wrong date, and the staff worked me in anyway. Clearly I really needed glasses!... I had never been to an eye doctor before, and I was a little unnerved to say the least. Dr. Meyer and his team were fantastic, had a great bedside manner, and had the most modern technology to make the experience as painless as possible! Thank you!
- Nov. 01, 2023
This was a great place to get my eyes tested and new glasses for the first time in years. Very frien... dly and efficient staff.
- Oct. 02, 2023
First off let me say they were one of the most transparent medical professionals I have seen in all ... of Dallas. They checked my insurance to make sure they took it before my visit, gave me a quote of the cost of my visit, and told me exactly what was covered. Dr. Meyer was straight forward and very thorough in his explanations of my eye needs. They even explained some of my insurance benefits for eye glasses and contacts. I highly recommend them.
- Sep. 07, 2023
I have been a patient of Dr. Meyers for several years. The team at Dallas Eyeworks is very knowledge... able, professional and courteous. If you need help with choosing new frames and lens, I would recommend asking for Sam. She does a tremendous job helping patients pick the right frames and lens!
- Sep. 03, 2023
Dr. Meyers is always very personable and thorough. He and the friendly staff explain everything in d... etail throughout the visit to set you at ease.
- Aug. 31, 2023
The office and the staff are very nice. Dr. Meyer was very personable and clearly explained everythi... ng as well as giving me a couple of new options for my dry eyes and the possibility of being successful with wearing contacts!
- Aug. 31, 2023
They are excellent in every way!
- Aug. 10, 2023
I love this place!!! Dr. Myers is patient, thorough, and extremely knowledgable with a down-to-earth... approachability that makes understanding simple. The staff is top-notch, courteous and my personal favorite, punctual! As an Art Director, my eyes are my lively hood. I'm fortunate to have found an eye care provider with expertise I completely trust and a personality I completely admire.
- Aug. 01, 2023
Me and my eyeballs are very happy with the Dallas Eyeworks Team!
- Aug. 01, 2023
Dr. Clint Meyer is the most informed and accommodating person that you would ever meet. His depth of... knowledge and professionalism with his profession is met by very few people. Seek Dr. Meyer out if you were wanting the best person in his field.
- Jul. 31, 2023
Fantastic place to get an eye exam - very knowledgeable doctors and staff - they are amazing!
- Jul. 18, 2023
Very polite, professional, friendly, and efficient
- Jul. 07, 2023
I just moved from the east coast and am so grateful I found Dr. Clint Meyer at Dallas Eye Works. I h... ave had significant eye history so going to a new optometrist and just an eye appointment in general is a stress inducing experience, but Dr. Meyer made me feel comfortable from the moment he walked into the examination room. He was thorough and efficient. I appreciated his bedside manner and professionalism. The entire team at Dallas Eye Works including the front desk associated, technician, and optical lens associate were personable. It was the best medical appointment, and I actually look forward to my next year’s annual appointment.
- Jul. 06, 2023
Although eyewear was expensive, the staff was most helpful in making my selection of frames and lens... es. The doctor took her time in explaining results of testing.
- Jun. 17, 2023
Stumbled onto this place because they're open on weekends and the doc has the same first name as me.... Everyone just happened to be super nice and knowledgeable and cool. Would definitely come back.
- May. 29, 2023
The staff and doctors are great! They took the time to answer all our questions and concerns. Duri... ng the exams and patiently helped with choosing frames.
- May. 22, 2023
Excellent doctor. Very kind and actually listens to you. Will recommend him every time. Also, the st... aff is incredible!
- May. 11, 2023
Just went to my first appointment and will definitely be coming back! The nurse was so friendly and ... Dr. Meyer as well! The appointment felt longer than usual appointments but in a good way. I didn’t feel rushed through so they could get to the next person, they explained everything I needed, and did a thorough check through with me. They also took time to ensure I could put in and remove my contacts before I left. I felt super comfortable and welcome. Will definitely be recommending this place!

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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 Lakewood Hills 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 Lakewood Hills as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Dallas Eyeworks in Lakewood Hills without delay!

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