Finder doesn't show new folders/files

I've just created some new folders and files using the "save as" dialog from within Photoshop CS 8.0. Irritatingly, they don't show up in Finder. I can find them using the File>Open dialog in PS, or using, for example, Transmit.
This seems like a very basic function of Finder which is clearly BROKEN.
Changing views/directories/windows etc in Finder doesn't help, nor does quitting PS.
Any hints on how to remedy and/or report this to Apple would be welcome.
Message was edited by: NancyN

It finally occurred to me to relaunch Finder (duh!) and now it shows the new files/folders.

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