Minor superficial scratches on the cornea will usually heal by themselves within two to three days. In the meantime, some people cover their eye with an eye patch to keep it closed and relaxed.

How long does an eye laceration take to heal?

Superficial corneal abrasions tend to heal quickly — usually within two or three days. Some corneal abrasions may require an antibiotic ointment that stays on the eye longer, a steroid to decrease inflammation, and something to relieve pain and light sensitivity.

How do you treat eye laceration?

Treatment. Surgical repair is often necessary for eyeball lacerations, except for some injuries that affect only a small area of the thin mucous membrane that covers the cornea (conjunctiva). Even before surgery, antibiotics are given by vein (intravenously) to reduce the chance of infection within the eye.