Eye Emergencies in Mesa

Eye Emergencies in Mesa

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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 Sharper Vision Eyecare for emergency eye care.

Our Mesa 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 Mesa

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Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 09, 2023
Been coming here for years. Like the doctor and staff! Always polite!
- Sep. 02, 2023
Great staff. Great enviornment. Professional yet fun and personable. Highly recommend.
- Aug. 07, 2023
Great place. They were able to squeeze me in for an issue I was having. Very friendly staff.
- Aug. 01, 2023
Efficient and on time!
- Jul. 03, 2023
They have my eye health as top priority and also looking your best with your new glasses.
- Jun. 29, 2023
I had a great experience at Sharper Vison Eyecare. All of the staff were super friendly, the online ... scheduling tool was super convenient and Dr Hammond was wonderful. She answered all my questions and helped me feel at ease. I highly recommend!
- Jun. 19, 2023
Dr Hammond was nice and listened to my concerns
- May. 15, 2023
Great team and great results!!
- Apr. 26, 2023
Helpful and friendly Didn't have to wear a mask !!!!
- Mar. 06, 2023
Dr. Hammond is incredible, she really takes her time and makes you so comfortable. She explains ever... ything and makes sure you understand. The entire staff is amazing as well, all so welcoming and helpful. Thank you!!!
- Feb. 24, 2023
They were very kind and friendly. My son was nervous and they made him feel uncomfortable. My daught... er went to this location too and she had tons of questions. She was excited when they explained things in a way a young girl could understand. She still talks about going back for her eye check. I appreciate Dr Moody and staff!
- Feb. 15, 2023
Dr. Michelle Hammond and her staff are truly amazing! Dr. Hammond was sweet, she listened to my con... cerns, explained everything very well, and found my eye prescription quickly. Glenna was a joy as well! She was so kind and patient as I looked for a frame that I liked. From start to finish, I had a great experience at Sharper Vision Eyecare.
- Feb. 02, 2023
Friendly and efficient. Good communication.
- Jan. 30, 2023
Always great!
- Jan. 23, 2023
Friendly staff and it was a great experience.
- Jan. 17, 2023
It was my first time visiting Dr. Hammond, she was very kind, with a great attitude and explaining t... hings very well and easy to understand during my one year check up, it just made a difference!
- Dec. 30, 2022
I bought a pair of glasses from Karen and it was a seamless experience. She helped suggest glasses f... or me to try on, made recommendations based of my preferences, and explained everything to me thoroughly. Erin, Jeff, and the rest of the staff were all very professional and friendly as well.
- Dec. 29, 2022
We've been coming here for several years. The staff and doctors have always been super friendly help... ful and willing to take their time with you. I want to give a shout out to Jeff who helped me find a difficult lens and frame combination and worked with me several days to get the order in.
- Nov. 30, 2022
Dr. Giseke is a superb Doctor
- Nov. 27, 2022
Very personal. Great experience.

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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 Mesa 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 Mesa as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Sharper Vision Eyecare in Mesa without delay!

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