Can't plug sync/charge cable into iPhone connector port

Somehow, some debris has found its way into the dock connector port on my iPhone. I think it may be a crumb from a bagel (now you know what I had for breakfast today). Anyway, before I realized this debris was in there, I attempted to plug in my connector cable but it wouldn't go in due to the debris. To make matters worse, I think that when I tried to plug in the cable, it only jammed it in further. I tried to get it out by gently tapping my iPhone against my hand and also blowing compressed air into the port with no success. I might be able to stick a pin or something similar in to get out the debris but I am afraid I might damage the contacts on the connector.
Any suggestions on how I can fix this problem? My iPhone needs to be charged so I need to get this fixed quickly.
Eric

I appreciate the word of caution although I had already thought of that.
Has anyone encountered a problem like this and have a solution? Is it safe to stick a tiny rigid object in there to get the obstruction out? If I head over to my local Apple store, would they be able to help me with this problem?
Eric

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