Receding temples
The hairline moving back at the temples is often the first sign. We distinguish between a normal maturing hairline and the start of alopecia.
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Male pattern baldness in Torremolinos
If your temples are receding or your crown is starting to thin, it pays to act early: the hair you keep is far easier to maintain than the hair you try to win back.
- Free hair consultation
- Diagnosis with trichoscopy
- Performed by a doctor
- Photo follow-up
In men
The sooner you start, the more hair you keep
Male pattern baldness is the form androgenetic alopecia takes in men. It can start in your twenties or even earlier, and it usually follows a fairly predictable course: receding temples, thinning at the crown and, over time, the two areas joining up.
Many men wait until the loss is obvious before seeking advice. The problem is that, by then, some of the follicles have miniaturised so much that they are hard to reactivate. That is why we stress early detection: while there is still hair, even if it is finer, medical treatment has much more to work with.
At Centro Ubud we assess where you are on the Hamilton-Norwood scale, how your case is progressing and what you hope to achieve. With that information, the doctor designs a realistic plan that combines a foundation treatment with in-clinic procedures.
We also talk about expectations. The main aim of medical treatment for male pattern baldness is stabilisation: that in a few years’ time you have the same amount of hair as today, or more. In many men thickness and density also improve, but the result depends on the starting point, consistency and how each person responds.
This treatment is for you if…
- Your temples have receded over the last few years.
- Your crown looks thinner in photos or in the mirror.
- Your father, grandfathers or brothers are bald.
- You want to know if you’re still in time before considering a transplant.
If you already have a transplant or are considering one, medical treatment helps protect the native hair around it.
Typical areas
Where hair loss starts in men
Crown
The crown thins gradually and is hard to see for yourself. It responds particularly well when treated early.
Loss of density
Finer hair across the whole top of the head, even before there are clear bald patches.
How it works
Your treatment, step by step
01
Free consultation
We assess your case, answer your questions and explain which results are realistic for you.
02
Personalised plan
We design your treatment with the most suitable techniques, an estimated number of sessions and a price, with no obligation.
03
Treatment and follow-up
We carry out the sessions at our clinic in La Carihuela and review your progress to adjust the plan.
Treatments
The plan for male pattern baldness
A phased medical treatment: slow down, stimulate and maintain.
Slow down
Foundation medical treatment
The doctor assesses topical or oral options that act on the hormonal pathway or the hair cycle, reviewing your history, possible side effects and follow-up. Not every man needs the same thing: it depends on your stage and your preferences.
Boost
Mesotherapy and microneedling
Active ingredients applied to the scalp and micro-perforations that stimulate regeneration.
See scalp microneedlingMaintain
Regular reviews
At every review we compare standardised photographs and trichoscopy images to check whether the hair loss is stable and adjust the pace of maintenance.
EarlyThe sooner the better
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about male pattern baldness
At what age should I start treatment?
There is no set age: it is best to start when the first signs appear, whether at 20 or at 40. What matters is the stage the follicle is at, not your age.
If I start treatment, do I have to continue for ever?
Male pattern baldness is progressive, so treatment is long term. After a more intensive initial phase, you move on to less frequent maintenance, which we adjust at your reviews.
Will I get back the hair I’ve already lost?
It depends on the area. Where the hair is miniaturised, it can regain thickness. Where there is no follicle left, medical treatment does not grow new hair, and we will tell you so clearly.
Do oral treatments have side effects?
Like any medication, they can. That is why the doctor prescribes and monitors them after reviewing your history, and explains the alternatives if you would rather not, or cannot, take them.
Is medical treatment or a hair transplant better?
They are not mutually exclusive. A transplant moves hair to areas without follicles, but it does not stop hair loss elsewhere. Medical treatment protects the hair you have, both before and after a transplant.
Do stress, caps or shampoo cause baldness?
Caps and shampoo do not cause androgenetic alopecia. Severe stress can trigger temporary shedding (telogen effluvium) that adds to the underlying hair loss and makes it more noticeable. At the consultation we tell the two processes apart.
How much does male pattern baldness treatment cost?
It depends on the degree of hair loss and the plan recommended. At the free consultation we give you a fixed quote with no obligation.
Where are you?
We are at Calle Arenas, 12, in La Carihuela (Torremolinos, Málaga). We see patients from Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Málaga and the surrounding area.
Centro Ubud · La Carihuela, Torremolinos
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All treatments are subject to a prior professional assessment. Results are individual and may vary from person to person. Centro Ubud is an authorised healthcare centre in Torremolinos (Málaga). NICA 64610. Clínica UBUD S.L. · CIF B56756158.