It’s no secret that the U.S. economy is still struggling.  With the rising cost of so many essential and basic items, many people are conflicted by the idea of spending money on non-fundamental things.  Cosmetic dentistry tends to fall into this category.  HOWEVER—did you know that spending money now on cosmetic dentistry can save you money in the future?  It may sound crazy, but it’s true.  Even if you were to pay for a standard silver amalgam filling for a cavity today, odds are that down the road you’re going to want it replaced with a tooth-colored filling once money is more plentiful.  However that means paying double the cost, if not more—because not only do you have to pay for the original amalgam filling, you have to pay for a second appointment, having the first filling removed, and the cost of the second composite filling to replace it.  In the end, it’s far more economical to spend a little more money upfront to have the composite filling completed rather than spending double or triple the amount of money to correct an unsightly metal filling down the road.  Contact a cosmetic dentist today to discuss your options.