In contrast to what's going on in Washington, American families are finding ways to cut back. A new Visa poll shows that even the Tooth Fairy is cutting her budget. Last year, kids got an average of $3 for each lost tooth. This year, it's down to $2.40. But,there is one area of the country that's bucking the trend- out West. Kids there have actually gotten a raise! Last year they received $2.70 per tooth and nowadays, they're averaging $2.80.

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