GROSS ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Opticians help fit people for eyeglasses and contact lenses, processing and following prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists. Opticians also help visually-challenged patients select the right pair of lenses or contacts for their needs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ophthalmic laboratory technicians-also known as manufacturing opticians, optical mechanics or optical goods workers-make prescription eyeglass and contact lenses.

Detailed explanation-3: -Opticians. An optician is a technician who grinds, fits and dispenses corrective lenses based on the written prescription of an ophthalmologist or optometrist. Most optometry offices employ opticians.

Detailed explanation-4: -If necessary, the optometrist will refer you to your GP or a hospital eye clinic for further investigations. Optometrists can prescribe and fit glasses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and, if trained to do so, medicines to treat eye conditions.