DVD's being ejected upon insertion.

I've noticed a few similar questions, but most are from at least several months ago - if not longer. My mbp can accept cd's without much problem (reading them can take a few moments, but nothing unusual). However, lately I've had significant trouble with dvd's. I insert them, they appear to be read and then are ejected before being mounted. Happens with both dvd movies and data discs (burned and original).
I've done some troubleshooting (resetting both SMC and PRAM) and neither appears to help. I will be attempting a thorough cleaning of the lens in hopes that it might resolve the issue. Beyond that, however, what could the problem be?
Many thanks.

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