For over four decades, families across Huntersville have trusted The Smile Architects with something deeply personal: their smiles. What started as a small dental practice in 1983 has grown into a cornerstone of the community, built on the same values that guided its earliest days. We believe good dentistry is about more than treating teeth. It is about building relationships with patients that last for years.
The Smile Architects is led by Dr. Chris Meletiou and Dr. Jim Meletiou, two doctors who equally co-own and run the practice together. Both doctors trained at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, and their shared educational background shapes the collaborative, detail-oriented approach patients experience at every visit. You can learn more about their individual training and credentials on our meet our team page, where the full team behind your care is introduced.
The Smile Architects has called Huntersville home since 1983, when the practice first opened its doors under the name Hix & Meletiou DDS. Over time, the practice grew and evolved, eventually becoming The Smile Architects that patients know today. Dr. Chris Meletiou joined the practice in 1991, followed by Dr. Jim Meletiou in 1996, and together they have carried the practice forward while staying rooted in the same community values that shaped it from the beginning.
Longevity in this field is not an accident. It comes from consistently showing up for patients, staying current with dental education, and treating every appointment as an opportunity to earn continued trust. That approach has allowed the practice to remain a fixture in Huntersville for more than 40 years, a milestone few dental practices in the area can claim.
Dr. Chris and Dr. Jim bring complementary strengths to the practice. Dr. Jim Meletiou holds advanced certification in CEREC same-day restoration technology and is one of a small number of dentists in North Carolina qualified to train other doctors on this system. Dr. Chris Meletiou has pursued advanced training in Invisalign orthodontics, giving patients access to modern options for straightening teeth without traditional braces. Both doctors maintain active memberships with the American Dental Association and the North Carolina Dental Association, and the practice itself holds memberships with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Academy of General Dentistry.
That combination of general dentistry, cosmetic expertise, and advanced technology allows the practice to offer comprehensive care under one roof. Patients exploring cosmetic dentistry options, for example, benefit from doctors who have invested years into specialized training rather than treating cosmetic work as an afterthought. The practice has also invested in modern dental technology to support faster, more precise treatment across every service offered.
Regular dental visits play a meaningful role in long-term health, and staying consistent with preventive care remains one of the most effective ways to avoid more serious issues down the road, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That is why The Smile Architects places such an emphasis on building ongoing relationships with patients rather than treating each visit as a one-time transaction.
As a fee-for-service, out-of-network practice, The Smile Architects files claims on your behalf and accepts assignment of benefits, so you are not left to navigate paperwork alone. The team also works with financing options like Cherry and CareCredit, along with in-house payment plans and HSA and FSA acceptance, to help make treatment more accessible for patients and families throughout the Huntersville area.
More than 40 years after opening its doors, The Smile Architects continues to combine long-standing community roots with modern dental expertise. From advanced restorative technology to specialized cosmetic training, Dr. Chris and Dr. Jim have built a practice that reflects genuine investment in both their patients and their profession. Whether you are searching for a long-term dental home or simply need a trusted team for your next appointment, the same values that have guided the practice since 1983 continue to shape every visit today.
If you are ready to experience that kind of care for yourself, we invite you to contact our office and schedule your first visit. Our team looks forward to welcoming you to The Smile Architects.
