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Life Conduit
is an educational and wellness consulting branch of Wholistic Wellness and Dental Center.
Life Conduit educates and consults on the mouth, the largest access point into the body's systemic system. We understand that 90% of systemic diseases have an oral footprint. Therefore, we look for and identify systemic diseases through the mouth.
As a teaching, consulting, and coaching arm, I am a certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor. Teaching the healing capacity of breath. Buteyko breathing is a breathing method that uses breath control and breath-holding exercises to treat various health conditions.
As a Certified Myofunctional Therapist, I specialize in treating the muscles and functions of the face and mouth. Muscles form and shape bones like the jaw. For chewing, breathing, smiling, sleeping, and swallowing to function correctly, the muscles of the face and mouth must be trained or retrained.
With a vast background in dentistry stretching over 36 years, I have had the opportunity to experience many levels and diversities of dentistry. This wealth of knowledge and experience is the foundation I teach, educate, and consult in dentistry and systemic connections.
Systemic Connections Associated with Mouth Breathing
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Effect on respiratory systems
Unfiltered air
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Cardiovascular systems
Low O₂ levels = high blood pressure
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Facial development
Long narrow face, gummy smile
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Sleep disorders
Sleep apnea
Fatigue
Sleep disorder breathing
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Academic & athletic performance
Brain fog
Lack of oxygen to fuel muscles
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Oral health
Tooth decay
Bad breath
Gum disease
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Auditory systems
Decrease auditory processing
This is why knowing how to breathe, Buteyko Breathing and Myofunctional Therapy are all paths to nasal breathing, which is essential to a healthy lifestyle.
Our Team
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Dr. Wendi Wardlaw DDS
Dr. Wendi Wardlaw began her dental career as the lowest-ranking enlisted soldier in the United States Army Dental Corps, a private. Serving 10 years of active duty while attending school at night, she worked as a dental assistant, hygienist, and office manager before becoming a dentist. Dr. Wendi is a forever student with an intentional growth mindset. She believes that a Healthy Mouth is a Healthy You® and teaches this principle to all who will listen.
Dr. Wendi attended dental school at the historic Mecca that is, Howard University College of ...
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She's An Outstanding Dentist!
As a long time patient of Dr. Wendi, I find her and her staff welcoming and knowledgeable. I suffer from anxiety and Dr. Wendi is patient and comforting. The office staff work together as a family which creates a friendly and comfortable environment. Additionally, Dr. Wendi's knowledge extends beyond dental care and I am extremely grateful for the care she gives me. She's an outstanding dentist!
- Patricia
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