Opticians provide vision correction to those people who have problems with their eyesight. Opticians usually carry out an eye test and then design and fit reading glasses, spectacles or a contact lens depending on the patient’s vision problems and needs. They may provide a variety of solutions including reading glasses, laser surgery, ophthalmic prosthetics and or a contact lens. Opticians can work in a variety of places including hospitals, specialised eye care centres or in independent retail stores. Opticians are regulated by a variety of agencies and before carrying out an eye test you must make sure your Optician is fully licensed to carry out the test. See below to locate Opticians around St Bees.