Removing large dust spot

Alright, my friend sent me this photo and asked me to remove the dust spot from it.
I know the photo is blurry and noisy - apparently she likes it anyway. Also, the dust spot is in like the worst possible position. I can't help it.
Here is the photo:

Here is my attempt:

Is there anything anyone can do better? I particularly don't like the face in my edit. It looks terriible. Any help is appreciated.
Here is the original file: link
I know the photo is blurry and noisy - apparently she likes it anyway. Also, the dust spot is in like the worst possible position. I can't help it.
Here is the photo:

Here is my attempt:

Is there anything anyone can do better? I particularly don't like the face in my edit. It looks terriible. Any help is appreciated.
Here is the original file: link
Nikon D50
Tamron AF18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD
Tamron SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical
Nikon 60mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor
Nikon SB-800 Speedlight
Tamron AF18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD
Tamron SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical
Nikon 60mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor
Nikon SB-800 Speedlight
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