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# Eye Emergencies in Livonia
Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!
 (734) 525-8170
**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 Suburban Eye Care for emergency eye care.
Our Livonia 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
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
Symptoms of an eye infection typically include itching, burning, redness, crusty and watery eyes. See a Livonia eye doctor if your symptoms last over 4 days or if you experience intense pain, redness, blurred vision or light sensitivity.
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 Livonia as soon as possible.
## Meet our Eye Emergencies Specialist
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## Urgent Eye Care in Livonia
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* Monday   10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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* Tuesday   9:00 am - 6:00 pm
* Wednesday   9:00 am - 6:00 pm
* Thursday   10:00 am - 1:00 pm
* Friday   9:00 am - 4:00 pm
* Saturday   Closed
* Sunday   Closed
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* Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Have an eye emergency?
Protect your vision by contacting Suburban Eye Care in Livonia without delay!
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32415 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, Michigan, 48154, (734) 525-8170
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# Astigmatism Treatment in Livonia
Say Goodbye to Blurred & Distorted Vision
## Have you been told you have astigmatism?
**Are constant headaches and eyestrain impacting your life?**
Astigmatism is a common eye condition characterized by an irregular curvature of the cornea that causes blurry, fuzzy, or distorted vision.
While astigmatism can certainly be a nuisance, there is no reason to suffer from it. It can be easily corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or laser eye surgery.
For astigmatism treatment, contact Suburban Eye Care in Livonia today!
## How We Can Help
* Come in for an eye exam and we’ll determine what type of lens correction will offer you the clearest vision possible.
* We’ll discuss all your treatment options so you can feel confident that you’ve chosen the best option for your visual needs and lifestyle.
* During your follow-up visit, we’ll make sure that you’re comfortable with your new eyewear and we'll check that your new lenses are providing you with crisp, clear vision.
## 4 Ways to Treat Astigmatism
* ### Prescription eyeglasses
  Mild to moderate levels of astigmatism can often be corrected with eyeglasses that contain a unique optical power (cylinder) to combat blurry vision caused by astigmatism.
* ### Toric contact lenses
  Toric contact lenses are customized to your corneal shape and contain varying corrective powers throughout the lens. These soft contact lenses provide clear, sharp vision for people with mild to moderate astigmatism.
* ### Scleral contact lenses
  Scleral contact lenses are ideal for moderate to severe astigmatism. These specialized rigid lenses are designed to arch over your irregular shaped cornea and rest on your sclera (the white part of your eye), to deliver clear vision.
* ### Laser eye surgery
  If you’re looking to free yourself from eyeglasses and contact lenses, laser eye surgery offers permanent astigmatism correction. Candidacy for laser eye surgery depends on your age, and the type and severity of your astigmatism.
No matter your level of astigmatism, Suburban Eye Care in Livonia has the perfect solution for your needs.
## Astigmatism Diagnosis Treatment FAQs
Astigmatism occurs when either the cornea or the lens inside the eye has mismatched curves, causing the eye surface to be egg-shaped rather than round.
While astigmatism causes blurry vision at all distances, it can also cause:
* Wavy or distorted vision
* Eye strain
* Headaches
* Squinting
* Poor night vision
If you have astigmatism, corrective lenses (contacts or glasses) specifically designed for astigmatic eyes are an effective way to correct your blurry vision. They contain your optical prescription along with a specific cylinder lens power to target astigmatism and provide you with crystal clear vision. Laser surgery is another effective option to correct astigmatism.
About 20% of babies are born with astigmatism. In most cases, it disappears by around age 5. In others, astigmatism can become permanent and even worsen over time, generally stabilizing once the eyes reach their adult size (at around age 20).
## Meet our Astigmatism Treatment Specialist
## Your Astigmatism Treatment Specialist in Livonia
Ready to see the world more clearly?
Contact us to schedule your eye exam!