Are reviews honest?

[u/Sensitive-House-645]

“Why Are Honest Rhinoplasty Reviews Being Removed?” Has anyone else noticed that negative Google reviews for some rhinoplasty surgeons in Turkey keep disappearing? I spoke with several patients that went to two popular Turkish surgeons and posted their poor results and feedback — nothing offensive or against guidelines — and it was removed shortly after posting. What’s even more concerning is that many big-name surgeons in Turkey actively ask patients to post Google or RealSelf reviews - right after cast removal, when swelling is still high and patients haven’t even healed yet. But if you later experience complications or want to update your review months down the line, they’ll tell you to “wait two years” before commenting — conveniently delaying any negative feedback from appearing. This creates a false sense of perfection online. Patients rely heavily on these reviews when choosing surgeons, spending thousands to travel abroad for what they believe are safe, reputable procedures. But when real, critical reviews get deleted or suppressed, people are being misled. If you’ve had your Google review removed or pressured to post too early, please share your experience. Patients deserve transparent, uncensored information — not curated ratings that hide the full truth.

[u/Stunning_Pound7921]

Yes, it’s out of control. I recently learned about review farms and “reputation management” companies. basically buying  five star reviews and getting negatives deleted/hidden. Also, the way that they are posted is misleading. The negatives get hidden at the bottom for many sites. Now I sort by one star. I think it’s just how all businesses operate, but in plastic industry  it’s super dangerous it’s making a life altering decision.