Eye Emergencies in Orlando

Eye Emergencies in Orlando

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 Waterford Lakes EyeCare for emergency eye care Our Orlando 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


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  • Monday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Patient Reviews
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- May. 12, 2023
They are very kind and friendly and very good at what they do! The doctor is very good and takes tim... e to help when there are specific concerns. My prescriptions for glasses and contacts have always been right. He also referred me to a good ophthalmologist when I needed laser surgery.
- May. 04, 2023
Great staff and friendly service
- Apr. 25, 2023
Great Doctor and staff
- Apr. 21, 2023
I have been going to Dr Nair for several years . He is kind , patient and very knowledgeable. His te... am is professional and very helpful with suggestions for frames , and budgets. Thank you Dr Nair and all of the team you are all efficient and very caring .
- Apr. 19, 2023
Dr. Nair and his staff are very diligent, professional and caring. I have been a patient for several... years and appreciate the high level of service they provide.
- Apr. 08, 2023
All staff members are very friendly any time I needed a emergency appointment they always get me in ... right away Dr Nair is a very great eye specialist have been going there decades
- Mar. 06, 2023
Dr. Nair is amazing! He is a knowledgeable and skilled optometrist. He takes his time giving us pers... onalized care. I highly recommend him!
- Mar. 01, 2023
Very pleased with the services and staff. Recommend 100%
- Feb. 24, 2023
Best eye doctor I’ve been to in years. Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful.
- Jan. 25, 2023
I’ve been going to Dr. Nair for a few years and my experiences have always been incredible. He is ... a great doctor and his staff is so helpful and kind! Jenna helped me pick the last two pairs of glasses out that I loved, she is the best for picking out frames!
- Nov. 28, 2022
I have gone to Dr. Nair for over 15 years. He identified my pigment dispersion and sent me to a spe... cialist to monitor it. He has always been very thorough and professional. He is patient and answers all questions. I have also always had a good experience with his office staff who have assisted me with finding glasses. They have a much larger selection of frames than I have seen elsewhere.
- Oct. 02, 2022
I have been going to Waterford Lakes Eyecare for many years. In May, I was having some problems wi... th my eyes. I called and got an appointment immediately. Dr. Nair found a tumor and referred me to a specialist right away. I thank Dr. Nair for his professionalism and his fast action to help solve this problem. I was so happy with the service that I took my mother to see him for her annual check up. My whole family goes to Waterford Lakes Eyecare. I would recommend anyone who wants a caring doctor, friendly and excellent customer service.
- Jan. 21, 2022
My kids and my spouse as well as my dad has been a patient of Dr. Nair since 2013. Greg is the super... excellent and the other staff. Dr. Nair is very thorough and excellent in all he do. Thank you all for an excellent customer service!!!
- Jan. 11, 2022
Great experience! Complete Professionalism and Kindness from Dr. Vijay and entire team!
- May. 20, 2021
I come to this place
- Dec. 10, 2020
I came in for an eye exam and to buy prescription glasses today. The good Dr. Nair was very nice and... professional, I think I've found my go to spot! Jenna was also super duper helpful, and was very courteous! The receptionists and all the staff are super friendly! Y'all are awesome 😃👌! Thank you 😄
- Jan. 23, 2020
I have been here for a few years with my family and wanted to give a quick shout out and 5 star revi... ew. They deserve it for attention to detail, good with people...and free chocolate:)
- Aug. 09, 2019
(Translated by Google) Excellent place, very good attention, very friendly employees and always awar... e of everything and the very professional doctor was delighted and I recommend it ... (Original) Exelente lugar,muy buena atención,los empleados muy amable y siempre pendiente a todo y el doctor muy profesional quedé encantada y lo recomiendo ...
- Jul. 31, 2019
Dr Nair and staff never disappoint. Easy to work with, in and out pretty quickly.
- Jul. 30, 2019
Great experience! Best service all around, everyone is professional and friendly. Large selection of... sunglasses and glasses.

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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 Orlando 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 Orlando as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Waterford Lakes EyeCare in Orlando without delay!

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