Eye Emergencies in Thornton

Eye Emergencies in Thornton

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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 - Thornton for emergency eye care.

Our Thornton 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 Thornton

Our optometry practice in Thornton

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Nov. 23 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
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  • Medicare
  • VSP
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Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 21, 2023
My daughter, 6 at the time, was terrified to get her eye exam (she was so scared at her doctor appoi... ntments that she wouldn’t do the simple eye screening). The staff made her feel safe, beautiful, and strong. After some tears and extra patience, she chose pink frames and we picked them up a week later!
- Aug. 31, 2023
Best eye exam in 50 years! The Dr. and staff do a fantastic job of explaining everything and making ... patients feel comfortable in every way.
- Aug. 20, 2023
Very friendly and knowledgeable
- Aug. 05, 2023
Great staff highly recommend.
- Aug. 01, 2023
Every single staff member I've encountered has been kind and pleasant. Really relieved to have found... an eye doctor that I enjoy visiting!!
- Jul. 21, 2023
Great eye doctor,good costumer service
- Jul. 17, 2023
EyeCare is amazing. They always exceed my expectations and treat my son and my wife so nicely and ... very professionally.
- Jul. 16, 2023
Dr. Stacey has always been taking care of me. I'm lucky to have her as my eye specialist .
- Jul. 02, 2023
From making an appointment to be seen by your eye doctor. The experience is just fantastic. Dr. Hieb... is amazing, she is always making sure your eyes are taking care of. Thanks
- Jun. 19, 2023
I give them high recommendations.
- Jun. 09, 2023
Everyone was friendly and very helpful. I'm very happy.
- May. 25, 2023
Dr Hieb and staff went out of their way to make sure my husband was taken care of for (2) retinal te... ars - very much appreciated!
- Apr. 09, 2023
Great experience. Easy across the board.
- Mar. 31, 2023
Just very friendly awesome staff and service
- Mar. 28, 2023
Excellent service
- Mar. 25, 2023
This is one of the best experiences I’ve had for an eye exam. Front office staff was super friendl... y, as well as the physician. She took the time to explain all the findings of the exams, and to make sure I was comfortable with the plan moving forward. Recommend 100%.
- Mar. 23, 2023
I love this place. The staff is exceptional. I haven't been here for a few years and the doctor stil... l remembered me and where I worked and little things about my life. The front of house staff is so so friendly and ran around forever with me to find my perfect pair of glasses. They were real and got me my best deal. Big thumbs up
- Mar. 01, 2023
Kindly staff interactions made my day. I so appreciate all the kindness and professional informatio... n and advice given. Thank you!
- Feb. 17, 2023
A positive atmosphere with friendly people.
- Feb. 14, 2023
Great experience at Eyecare Specialties of Colorado. Dr Stacey Hieb was very thorough with my exam a... nd my prescription is spot on. She even found the perfect frames for me, which was a first. The staff was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable and a joy to interact with. I highly recommend the Thornton office.

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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 Thornton 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 Thornton as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

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

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