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Optician

An optician is someone who helps people see better. They work in a special store called an optical shop, which is where people go to buy glasses or contacts.

When people have trouble seeing, they need to go to the eye doctor to get a special test called an eye exam. During the eye exam, the doctor will check the person’s eyes to see if they need glasses, contacts, or if they have any other problems with their eyes.

If the person needs glasses or contacts, the eye doctor will give them a special prescription which tells the optician what kind of glasses or contacts the person needs. The optician then helps the person pick out the type of glasses or contacts that will work best for them, based on their prescription and their preferences.

Sometimes, people want special glasses that protect their eyes from the sun or that are designed for a specific activity, like reading or playing sports. The optician can help them pick out the right kind of glasses for their needs.

Once the person has chosen the glasses or contacts they want, the optician will take special measurements of their eyes to make sure the glasses or contacts fit just right. They will also make sure the glasses lenses are polished and coated with a special material that helps protect them from scratches and damage.

In summary, an optician is like a helper who works in an optical shop and helps people pick out and fit glasses or contacts to make their eyes see better.
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