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This study aims to demonstrate a successful, minimally invasive management of a pregnancy tumor using a soft tissue diode laser, supported by a literature review highlighting this modality\u2019s benefits. Methods: This report presents a case involving a 27-year-old pregnant woman in her second trimester with a growing gingival lesion on the labial gingiva near the left maxillary premolars. Clinical assessment identified it as a pregnancy tumor. The lesion was excised using a 980 nm diode laser (Dr. Smile, Wiser) in continuous wave (CW) mode with a 400 \u03bcm initiated fiber, under local anesthesia. Due to effective haemostasis, sutures were unnecessary. The excised tissue was sent for histopathological analysis to confirm the diagnosis. Results: Laser excision was performed without intraoperative bleeding or suturing. Postoperatively, the patient experienced minimal discomfort, and healing was rapid with complete tissue regeneration by the third week. Histopathology confirmed pyogenic granuloma. The laser facilitated excellent bleeding control, minimized trauma, and enhanced patient comfort. Conclusion: Diode laser excision is a safe, effective, and minimally invasive treatment for pregnancy tumors. It offers significant advantages\u2014reduced bleeding, less postoperative pain, faster healing, and higher patient satisfaction\u2014over conventional surgical methods. 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