Pathology Chronic desquamative gingivitis is seen in which type of lichen planus: A Atrophic lichen planus. B Hypertrophic lichen planus. C Ulcerative lichen planus. D Hyperplastic lichen planus. 💡 Explanation Chronic desquamative gingivitis is seen in which type of lichen planus: ✓ Correct Answer: A. Atrophic lichen planus.