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Definition of Optician

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Optician: A specialist in fitting eyeglasses and making lenses to correct vision problems. An optometrist performs eye examinations and writes prescriptions for corrective lenses; an optician fills that prescription.