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Eye Emergencies in Denton

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 Total Eyecare & Eyewear - Denton for emergency eye care.

Our Denton 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

Paul Middleton
Paul Middleton O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Paul Middleton, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Texas A&M University in 1992. He completed clinical externships at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta,…

Kimberly Vang
Kimberly Vang O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Languages: English, Vietnamese
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Dr. Kimberly Vang received her Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2022. She completed her undergraduate studies at Texas A&M University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2016. Dr. Vang…

Jodie May
Jodie May O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Jodie May, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from Texas Tech University. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Texas Tech University as well. Dr. May graduated from the undergraduate program in 2014 and has been…

Patient Reviews

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Ronald S. - Jul 20, 2026
I've been seeing Dr. Middleton here for several years now. Always friendly and professional. Tried t... heir eyeglass clinic for the first time for a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses that I've been wanting for a couple of years. Seem to be very nice and fit great. I did notice a couple of scuff marks on the frames, but didn't mention it when I picked them up. Saw those later that day. Probably created by the lab when the lenses were removed and installed. I would like to have that issue resolved.
Karren M. - Jul 16, 2026
Dr. Vang is incredible. She takes her time during the exam and explains what she sees in a way you c... an understand. She is patient and kind. We will have all of our appointments with Dr. Vang.

Urgent Eye Care in Denton

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Total Eyecare & Eyewear - Denton in Denton without delay!