Broken magnetic charger socket, can't charge laptop.

Hi everyone,
I've only had my mac for 2 months and already the magnetic charger is broken. I don't know how it happened but it looks like it's been chipped. Is there anyway to fix this DIY style or do I have to take it to a shop?
Cheers.

2 months? I would take it to the apple store. They can usually get you up and running quickly.

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