Eye Emergencies in New Holland

Eye Emergencies in New Holland

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 Owens Optometrics for emergency eye care.

Our New Holland 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!


Give Your Eyes the Care They Deserve

(717) 354-2251


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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Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 13, 2023
My visit with Owens Optometrics this morning was a pleasant experience. Very helpful and shared good... information to help with my first pair of glasses.
- Nov. 08, 2023
Outstanding practice. Excellent experience starting from making the appointment, front desk, doctor ... and optical staff. Everyone ensured a comfortable and complete experience. Dr Strybos was great ensuring we understood all the technical aspects of our exams. He listened carefully to all questions and concerns. We are new to the area and feel like we have found an outstanding optometrist. Will definitely recommend the practice.
- Oct. 31, 2023
I need some help with my eyes last week and I called Owen's Oprometrics. They were nice enough to ma... ke an appointment so that I could be seen by Dr Owen's and he was able to diagnose the issue and prescribe the needed medicine. Thank you to the entire team at Owen's Optometrics for making it such an easy visit. David H
- Oct. 20, 2023
Excellent, professional service!
- Oct. 04, 2023
The entire staff is super friendly, talented and helpful!!
- Sep. 20, 2023
Owens Optometrics is top notch. Very thorough eye exam and Dr. Strobys thoroughly explained everythi... ng in detail. The entire staff was very pleasant to work with.
- Sep. 12, 2023
If you should need your eyes examined and new glasses Dr Owens is the place to go he's the best
- Sep. 02, 2023
A wonderful place for a eye exam and glasses the staff is courteous and respectful.
- Aug. 23, 2023
Any business is only as good as the staff and I drive 45 minutes knowing April will make wearing eye... ware as delightful as possible....thank you
- Aug. 10, 2023
Great Optometrist and great office.
- Aug. 10, 2023
The staff always goes above and beyond for me and they are super helpful! I had an allergic reaction... to my glasses and April was on it, ordering me new frames and lenses! April is SO helpful, and makes picking your glasses out fun, and she is the go-to to help pick the best frames to fit your face!! I love Owens Optometrics, and I will always go here!
- Aug. 07, 2023
Dr Owens is the top of the finest. For my 35 years being with him, he and the staff take great care ... of their patients.
- Jul. 31, 2023
I love Owens Optical, especially Dr. Strybos!!! Everyone one there are top notch and so friendly & w... elcoming.
- Jul. 31, 2023
Always enjoy going to Owens. They are a cheery bunch!
- Jul. 25, 2023
I am very impressed and satisfied with the services provided by Owens Optometric. When a painful eye... situation turned up for me, they were very helpful and caring, provided professional services and had me on the road to better eye health in no time! I would recommend their professional services to anyone!
- Jul. 19, 2023
Very good treatment and follow up with Dr Owens following cataract surgeries. Thank you for your kin... dness and understanding.
- Jul. 12, 2023
It is always a pleasure to see Dr. Dan and the staff at Owen's. Dr. Dan is caring and explains his r... ecommendations and the results of his findings fully. The staff are very friendly and a pleasure to deal with. Very happy that my daughter recommended them to myself and my husband. I encourage people to see this practice.
- Jul. 06, 2023
My nine year old needed her first eye check up. I searched high and low to find a more family owned ... and operated office that we could build a relationship with. Dr Owens and his team are absolutely wonderful! He was so kind and gentle with my child. If you’re looking for a place that cares- this is 100% where you need to be! Thank you Dr. Owens and team. You are all awesome!
- Jun. 27, 2023
We are so happy with Owen's. Dr. Strybos is very informative and really explains everything. He is a... wesome.
- Jun. 22, 2023
Friendly staff! Very helpful when choosing eyewear! Great selection and knowledgeable staff! Highly ... recommend.

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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 New Holland 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 New Holland as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Owens Optometrics in New Holland without delay!

(717) 354-2251