Which eye care professional primarily handles prescription eyewear?

The correct answer is optician, as this professional primarily focuses on the fitting, dispensing, and adaptation of prescription eyewear. Opticians work closely with prescriptions provided by optometrists and ophthalmologists to create and tailor glasses or contact lenses to meet the specific vision needs of patients. They also provide guidance on frame selection, lens types, and proper care of eyewear.

While optometrists conduct eye exams and prescribe corrective lenses, and ophthalmologists are medical doctors who can also prescribe lenses but primarily deal with medical and surgical eye issues, it is the optician who carries out the practical aspects of providing eyewear based on those prescriptions. Orthoptists specialize in eye movement disorders and do not typically engage in prescribing or dispensing eyewear.