Dead pixel on MacBook Pro?

I'm getting really upset about this. I bought a 13" MacBook Pro w/ Retina about three or four months ago. Now I have dead pixels. The guiness at the Apple Store informed me that one or two dead pixels was within the quality control standards. He then proceeded to let me know that he could replace my screen, but there may or may not be more dead pixels on that screen and eventually they would cut me off because it meets Apple's "standards."
So I guess I actually have a few questions:
Is this a problem with all Mac displays? Or is this specific to the Retina display?
Should I get it fixed now, or wait for more and more pixels to die?
Are there any "at home" remedies? (Other than massaging the screen, because I already tried that)
I know Apple will replace products, but would they let me exchange it for a Pro without Retina if this is a retina specific problem?
This may all sound petty, but this computer was extremely expensive and I'm really not happy about this issue.

1) All displays. Retina display is no different in terms of composition, it simply has a higher pixel density. It is still an LCD display. Perhaps the fact that more pixels are being crammed into the same surface area would raise the probability of a pixel failure. But, it would be safe to say, no.
2) Now. This is an anomoly, not a major issue. There would be no advantage in my opinion to wait. See below for Apple's 'standards' regarding dead pixels.
3) Not applicable / No. Apple's warranty only covers your model. There is no exchange program. They will service your display free of charge within the one year warranty period. During this period, you can opt at any time for an extended warranty (Applecare), which would extend hardware coverage for two subsequent years.
4) Not petty, extremely legitimate. Expensive machine that should work as intended. This is why Apple's warranty coverage is more extensive than any other major CPU manufacturor. You are paying for a top of the line product, and the servicing needs to be commensurate with the price.
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