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Eye Emergencies in Dallas

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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 Optix Eyecare & Gallery for emergency eye care.

Our Dallas 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

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

Meet our Eye Doctors

Linda Hatton
Linda Hatton O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • In Person Appointments

Dr. Linda Fain Hatton was born and raised in Dallas Texas, and did her undergraduate work at Southern Methodist University, and the University of Oklahoma, earning a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry. She attended the University of…

Emily Wang
Emily Wang O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • In Person Appointments

Emily Wang, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston College of Optometry in 2022 and earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from University of Texas at Austin in 2018. Dr. Wang specializes in primary…

Sammy Hogan
Sammy Hogan O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • In Person Appointments

Sammy Hogan, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston College of Optometry in 2022 and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M University – Texarkana in 2018. Dr. Hogan specializes in…

Kristin Nguyen
Kristin Nguyen O.D.

Kristin Nguyen, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry in May 2023. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Texas A&M University in College Station in…

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Emily H. - Jun 20, 2026
We have had such a good experience with Dr. Wang. Both my daughter and I see her and she is kind, pr... ofessional, and knowledgeable. AND- we didn’t have to get our eyes dilated. Kelly has gone above and beyond to help with our daughter’s broken glasses. The second time my daughter broke her glasses, Kelly stayed through her lunch so we could stop by the office and pick up new frames. Such incredible kindness!
Marcia F. - Jun 12, 2026
I love going here 10 out of 10 every time

Urgent Eye Care in Dallas

5330 East Mockingbird Lane
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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Eye Med
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Optix Eyecare & Gallery in Dallas without delay!