Meredith Gomes was born in La Romana, Dominican Republic. She immigrated to the United States in 2012, and settled in Connecticut with her family. She started her undergraduate studies at Housatonic Community College. Later, she transferred to Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied Biology, Chemistry, and Studio Art to obtain her Bachelor of Science in 2017. She then completed her dental training at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry, in May 2021. Dr. Gomes is a passionate learner. Apart from all things Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, she loves learning about science, history, cultures, societies, and languages. She is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and is currently learning French and Haitian Creole. In her free time, you will also find Dr. Gomes working with clay, handcrafting candles, volunteering, and traveling.