Eye Emergencies in St. Augustine

Eye Emergencies in St. Augustine

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 Anastasia Eye Associates for emergency eye care Our St. Augustine 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


Urgent Eye Care in St. Augustine

Our optometry practice in St. Augustine

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Patient Reviews
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- May. 05, 2023
Outstanding care, each time.
- Apr. 07, 2023
Dr. Greene is very friendly and professional
- Mar. 10, 2023
Dr. Greene and his staff are always kind, professional, and compassionate. They provide not only exc... ellent care but also customer service. Sadly, something that is becoming harder and harder to find BUT not at their office!
- Feb. 28, 2023
Happy I could get a sooner than later appointment. Friendly and competent staff and doctors. Liked ... how Dr Greene would explain things to me . First class office all around.
- Feb. 26, 2023
Don't hesitate to go here for your eye needs. Top notch, professional and courteous!
- Feb. 14, 2023
Dr Greene and his staff have been taking care of my eyes for 15 plus years. They are friendly, effic... ient, and professional. It is a "ONE STOP SHOP". Excellent people. JB
- Feb. 02, 2023
They are friendly and efficient.
- Jan. 11, 2023
The frames of my glasses were damaged beyond repair. Matt was extremely helpful finding another fra... me that the lens' would fit in. Friendly, professional, prompt. I highly recommend.
- Aug. 02, 2022
I called here because I was on desperate need of a pair of glasses that I lost in the ocean. We were... leaving the next day so I needed them same day. I called at 1:15pm and had glasses by 3:20pm!!! The staff was so nice and helpful. Michelle helped me pick out a pair of frames that I loved. Matt helped me get them adjusted to my face. While I was there I witnessed how welcoming and kind they were to every person that walked in there. I was an online buyer and this place has made me realize that brick and mortar has a leg up on the online shops!
- Jul. 28, 2022
Dr Green, Matt and their staff are amazing. They provide such excellent care that after moving to th... e Gulf Coast, I make the 6 hour drive just to receive eye care from them. You will not be disappointed with them.
- Jul. 05, 2022
There are still genuinely good people in this world! I’m from pittsburgh, on my way to st Augustin... e I broke my eyeglasses, I went here to see Matt, he repaired them in less than 5 minutes, would not accept any payment, gave me the option to make a donation to the jar on the counter for a worthy cause! I actually felt bad that I could not pay for his service, I can’t describe how relieved I am knowing that I don’t have to drive back to pittsburgh without glasses. What a wonderful service they provide in a world that is full of disappointments, I highly recommend this business for all your eyeglass needs!
- Jun. 09, 2022
I inadvertently stepped on my wife's glasses while on vacation in St. Augustine. We went to Anastas... ia Eye Associates the next morning and the optician fixed them perfectly within 15 minutes. I, of course, offered to pay, but he told me to put money in a jar for a local charity instead. If I lived here, this is the business I would go to for my eye glass purchases and servicing.
- May. 19, 2022
Awesome all the way around...
- May. 07, 2022
Great experience getting the Sun Glasses I wanted. Made the drive down from Ponte Vedra special for... their selection in eye-ware. Great selection, prices and service.
- Mar. 08, 2022
Excellent service from courteous professionals. Thank you for caring.
- Feb. 18, 2022
I had such positive experience here! Matt was personable, empathetic and honest. The entire time we... were there, he was attentive, patient and explained everything to us. I didn't feel like a number and felt like I could trust him. This is not a place that is trying to "take you for everything you've got". From the moment I walked in, I could tell that they genuinely care. Thank you for such a great experience...we will be back =)
- Feb. 08, 2022
My Wife cracked her frame, we are from out of country. Matt Lee (Optical Mgr.) managed to find and f... it her prescription lenses into new frames. Excellent service above and beyond our expectations......Thankyou Anastasia Eye Associates
- Dec. 30, 2021
My eyes are important to me and choosing the best eye care is also just as important. That's why I ... chose Anastasia Eye Associates. Dr Green has been in practice for over 35 years with the latest equipment available. He is very thorough and meticulous. When it came time to chose frames, Matt Lee was great. I explained to him the type of look I wanted and he had me try on different frames until we found EXACTLY what I was looking for. Matt truly is an expert at this , after all he's been fitting faces and frames for about 30 years. He even had my new glasses sooner than I expected. Great place. Great staff. Special thanks to Dr Green , Matt, Michele, and Katie
- Dec. 29, 2021
Our family has been using Anastasia Eye for over a decade. They are professional, courteous, and we ... know them as friends in our island community. Matt Lee and the staff handle the office with a balance of precision, care, and quickness that assures minimal waiting and quality service. Keep up the good work Doctor Green!!
- Nov. 12, 2021
Stellar. Beyond expectations. Cutting-edge technology! I simply cannot say enough about Dr Greene, M... att, Brandon, Michelle, and Katie - EVERYONE is on their game at this office. The level of technology at Anastasia Eye Associates is unlike anything I’d ever seen, even when compared to a local ophthalmologist office I’ve visited. The systems are integrated to visually provide direct feedback to the patient moments after tests are run. The process was explained at every step, the results shared with me by Dr Greene, and I had reassurance that the instructions given were the right course of action. I’m one of those patients who researches and asks a lot of questions - they never made me feel awkward by asking questions about what’s going on. Quite the opposite, they see me as a partner in improving my overall visual health! Finally - I feel as though I have found that kind of caring expertise and access to superior diagnostic technology - right here in St Augustine! And I would urge anyone out there seeking eyewear to consult the knowledgeable and friendly Matt Lee. You will be able to have confidence that the measurements are taken correctly and the frames and lenses you choose will be properly fitted - they have their own lab on site - your frames and lenses are not sent away to a faraway bulk lab somewhere! Trust me, I’ve known folks locally that have had issues with glasses ordered over the internet. I would ask, “what’s it worth to you to get this right?” Remember - you’re not paying only for style and comfort - you’re looking for the expertise and training to be able to fit YOU with the correct prescription *in the correct way.* This is your eyesight, after all! Expertise isn’t free. There’s an old adage about that, except I would make it, “You don’t get what you don’t pay for.” As for me and my family’s health, I’d rather have the years of training and expertise right here in town! Give yourself the same peace of mind I now have - become a patient at Anastasia Eye Associates and get to know this wonderful, kind, highly-trained, and professional staff. I’m so glad I did! EDIT: ONCE AGAIN we are so impressed with the level of care provided - this time with my wife developing an eye infection. From diagnosis to referral, Dr Greene, Brandon, and the whole team made sure we were promptly seen through to health. Amazing people.

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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 St. Augustine 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 St. Augustine as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Anastasia Eye Associates in St. Augustine without delay!

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