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Small Mole on my Eyelid's Waterline. Can Be Removed Safely? (photo)

jojomJan 8, 2013
so i have this small mole on my lower waterline and it's flat. It's not bothering me or anything but i just want to know if i can remove it without damaging the lid and the waterline or without changing the shape..??

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