Can't get small disc out of drive

I bought a product that had a smaller than normal disc with drivers on it.   I put it into the disc drive to install it.  The computer didn't recognize it as being in there, and I can't get it out now.   Help!!!

You're not supposed to put small discs into a slot loading drive. You might have to visit an Apple Store to get it out.

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