Eye Emergencies in Glendale

Eye Emergencies in Glendale

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 20/20 Image Eye Centers - Glendale for emergency eye care.

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

eye emergency treated at 20/20 Image Eye Centers - Glendale

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 Glendale 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 Glendale as soon as possible.

Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 02, 2024
Great neighborhood eye doctor! Staff is friendly and competent, Dr. Lucca is kind, extremely knowled... geable and honest. I’ve seen them twice now for medical visits and they’ve been compassionate and accommodating. HIGHLY recommend!
- Nov. 11, 2024
Excellent experience all the way around. The staff and, of course, Dr. Lucca, are awesome to deal ... with. Very knowledgeable, and genuine.
- Oct. 22, 2024
Excellent service
- Oct. 21, 2024
During my first visit, Dr. Lucca was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and listened to my suggestions fo... r vision correction options. I also appreciated that the staff provided quotes for corrective eyewear/lenses, the final Rx. Most other offices, hold these with the goal to 'push' you into purchasing their products and not allow you to price check/compare.
- Oct. 16, 2024
Dr Lucca was great found my problem!!
- Aug. 16, 2024
My eyes were really bad from the last place I went to, my script was completelywrong. The staff real... ly helped out alot and really cared about my eyes . I can't believe how clear everything is now
- Aug. 06, 2024
Great experience with detailed eye exam by Dr. Lucca and really good (nice, professional) staff. I h... ad my eyes imaged and got to see what is actually going on behind the lenses, and it was really comforting, reassuring. It wasn't just a doctor looking into the eye and then telling you what's wrong or needed. Dr. Lucca actually showed me completely.
- Jul. 20, 2024
My favorite eye doctor ever. Everyone at this office is amazing.
- Jul. 19, 2024
Dr Lucca was very kind and went the second mile for me.
- Jun. 30, 2024
I took my 3 kids and headed to 20/20 for eye exams. The Doctor and staff were so friendly and inform... ative. Everyone was very patient and helpful even when my 2 preteen girls choosing glasses.
- May. 27, 2024
Liz & Dr Lucca are amazing individuals, great recommendations and always super friendly! Thank you t... eam 🙂
- May. 05, 2024
Knowledgeable, friendly, caring
- Apr. 17, 2024
Nice, clean facility. We enjoy our annual visit each time we attend. The front staff greets you upon... entry, call you back fairly quickly and the Dr always greets you with a handshake. 😊
- Apr. 13, 2024
Provider and staff are very helpful and friendly. The staff went above and beyond to find the frames... I like. I recommend 20/20 Vision on 59th Ave and Peoria.
- Apr. 05, 2024
Fast and efficient, knowledgeable and friendly staff
- Mar. 26, 2024
The staff and the doctor are so nice! They always make sure to answer all my questions.
- Mar. 06, 2024
Dr Lucca is top notch! He showed and explained the mechanics of the eye, and allowed me to try sever... al contacts with differing powers, to best fit my vision. The front office staff was friendly and attentive as well. I highly recommend them…
- Mar. 05, 2024
The ladies in the front are soo sweet and kind and will break down the costs for you. An eyeglasses/... contacts exam was only $65 through my Avesis insurance, I was pretty pleased! The woman who initially examines your eyes before the doctor (sorry I don't know the actual titles) is SO sweet and will explain everything she's doing and if it will cost anything out of pocket. I also saw her working with another woman and she was super kind and sweet to her as well. The doctor was super cool and listened and answered questions. Everyone here has such a kind personality and I felt very comfortable.
- Feb. 06, 2024
Always excellent service! I’m very happy with this business
- Feb. 05, 2024
So happy I found this place! The doctor and staff are all wonderful!

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Urgent Eye Care in Glendale

Our optometry practice in Glendale

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross

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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting 20/20 Image Eye Centers - Glendale in Glendale without delay!

(623) 979-8876