How do you fix an LCD screen ripple dot in the center of the display (Macbook pro 13 inch late 2011

There is a small dot that ripples in the center of the screen. I have an Early 2011 macbook pro 13 inch and it should not have any problems with it. Does anyone have suggestions?

it should not have any problems with it.
No, it shouldn't, but technology is not perfect.  Sh*t happens.

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