Prevention And Treatment Options For A Black Eye

Wear A Seatbelt

It is always wise to wear a seatbelt when driving. Wearing a seatbelt protects drivers in many ways, including black eye prevention. When a driver is involved with a collision, their body continues to accelerate forward. Even a low-velocity collision can cause serious injury without a seatbelt. The driver’s head is often thrown forward toward the steering wheel, and if the collision is minor and the airbag does not deploy, the driver’s face may hit the wheel, resulting in a painful black eye. If the collision is more serious, the force of the airbag may also cause trauma to the face. In any car collision or head trauma, there is the potential for more serious injuries. Patients should see a doctor if black eyes are accompanied by concussion symptoms like dizziness, confusion, or nausea.