Rubber Tree Aerial Roots: Cover or Prune?

A rubber tree (Ficus elastica) had many dried aerial roots above soil at base. Owner asked to cut or cover with soil.

Guidance

• If pot seems soil-deficient: Add soil to cover roots.
• If soil level is fine: Prune them off.

Personal note: Expert's mother's maiden name was Day—curiosity about owner's name.

Simple cosmetic/structural choice based on pot fullness.