Eye Emergencies in Cherry Creek

Eye Emergencies in Cherry Creek

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Donโ€™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 Sumner Vision for emergency eye care Our Cherry Creek 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 itโ€™s a workplace accident, an at-home incident, or some other emergency requiring immediate attention, weโ€™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. Donโ€™t panic! Staying calm is the best way to help you think straight and help those around you to remain calm. Often, itโ€™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 youโ€™re unsure whether youโ€™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:

  • Donโ€™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 Cherry Creek

Our optometry practice in Cherry Creek

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife
Patient Reviews
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- Jun. 02, 2023
Love the staff in the front. The owner was open to my feedback so that is the reason I am leaving a ... 5 star review. They have a nice selection of glasses from great brands. Iโ€™m in love with my Dior glasses.
- Feb. 28, 2023
Best place ever they have help me so much with my keratoconus and all my vision needs thanks to dr. ... Emily smith and her team for all the help you guys are amazing๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ˜
- Jul. 22, 2022
I was visiting from out of state and had an eye emergency. This office immediately helped me to see... their optometrist who then diagnosed the problem and explained solutions.
- Jun. 16, 2022
I had an unbelievably transformative experience at Sumner Vision, and am incredibly grateful for fin... ding this office! I have difficult eyes to work with as I had surgery at a young age, have worn patches, and was always the girl with thick glasses growing up. Contacts have been impossible to match with how severe my left eye is impaired, and I've had optometrists who I thought were thorough that I now know don't come within a mile of how detailed Dr. Sumner was. I walked in with my left eye at 20/50, and walked out at 20/30, and was brought to tears by being able to see more than I've ever seen in my life from that eye. True genuine compassion and care at its finest. Bonus points because he uses scented markers for paperwork. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
- Nov. 03, 2021
Informative staff, explaining all facets of the examination. Very helpful team helping me pick out ... my next frame!
- Oct. 11, 2021
Such an easy experience. Loved my exam, felt thorough and clear. Listened to my concerns and took th... e time to address them. Understanding of insurance benefits and options. My doctor was so sweet, made me laugh.
- May. 24, 2021
I got a pair of glasses with blue light filtering lenses and a person named Allen was extremely know... ledgeable and supportive throughout my experience! The office is very spacious and parking is ample. If you are looking for someone who knows this store in and out, ask for him!
- May. 23, 2021
I have been going to Dr Sumner for last 4 years, this is a amazing Optical office with excellent ser... vices from Dr. Sumner and his staff and thank to Alen for his selections on frame glasses to fit for me and my budget. Thank you so much.
- May. 17, 2021
From the time I entered the office, Dr. Sumner and his staff provided professional and comprehensive... optometry services. Each part of the process (insurance/billing, examination, eyeglass fitting) was completed with exceptional skill and expertise. Alan even helped us with a rebate! So grateful to have found an office with such quality care!
- Apr. 03, 2021
The office had such a nice, welcoming vibe. Dr Sumner and the rest of the staff were efficient, prof... essional, and pleasant to work with.
- Apr. 02, 2021
Veronica (Billing and Insurance) is AWESOME! She is extremely helpful and went way beyond what is ... expected to help resolve some insurance issues.
- Feb. 13, 2021
Highly recommend Sumner Vision. Allen really knows his inventory and listened to what I wanted. I wa... s really happy with the glasses he helped me choose :). Barbara and Brittany are wonderful as well, always welcoming and know how to treat their patients properly! 5 stairs to this team :).
- Dec. 06, 2020
Visiting your optometrist can be a bit daunting for some people much like going to the dentist. Ther... e is a lot strange equipment and big words being used which we have no clue as to their meaning. And, then after your exam, you get the hard pressure sale to buy frames and lenses. Well, NOT at Sumner Vision. They are kind and patient and understanding of the process from the patient's point of view. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Do yourself and your eyes a favor by visiting Sumner Vision.
- Nov. 13, 2020
I came back to get my frames fixed and Allen was super helpful and quick with the process ! i would ... recommend Sumner Vision to anyone who wants professional customer service
- Nov. 11, 2020
I was super satisfied with Sumner visions service . All the staff are very friendly and professional... , and the optician was very intelligent and helpful . If you are looking for the perfect eye exam then please come to Sumner Vision ! i will see you guys next year
- Oct. 03, 2020
Quick and easy
- Sep. 29, 2020
I had a wonderful experience. The staff was very friendly and helpful especially Veronica. Dr. Sumne... r is very skilled and efficient. The glasses I got were a great brand and fit amazingly. I recommend this place to anyone who wants great service!! 5 stars
- Sep. 27, 2020
Dr. Sumner was awesome, highly recommended! Took the time to make sure everything was perfect and re... ally sharpened up my vision!
- Sep. 16, 2020
Alan at Dr Sumner and the whole staff were all amazing. Dr Sumner was thorough and very kind. Alan m... ade sure that I pick a fashionable and beautiful frame for my face. The overall experience was totally first class. I highly recommend Sumner vision for excellent service and outstanding professionalism
- Sep. 16, 2020
It was a great experience they had great customer service and all my needs were met I would like to ... thank Barbara for her great attitude

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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 Cherry Creek 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 Cherry Creek as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Sumner Vision in Cherry Creek without delay!

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