To lessen the risk of permanent damage caused by eye injuries, it is important to treat eye injuries immediately. Consult your ophthalmologist as soon as possible.

Pull the upper lid down onto lower lid and let lower eyelashes sweep away the particle by blinking repeatedly. Let tears wash out the speck or particle, or use an eye wash. Close your eye and seek medical attention immediately if the above procedure does not work. Do not rub the eye.

Gently apply small cold compresses without pressure immediately to reduce pain and swelling. Contact your ophthalmologist or primary care physician immediately.